Question 1

hi doctor,

how soon after extracting a wisdom tooth can i eat?

Accepted Answer

Usually a few hours: Let the anesthesia wear off, and eat soft foods on the other side. Nothing too hot, too cold, too spicy, or too crunchy.

Question 2

what is the logistic of pushing the tooth up instead of pulling when extracting the upper wisdom tooth? is this common technique?

Accepted Answer

Elevator: An oral surgeon frequently uses an instrument called an elevator. A skilled dr. Can push "up" and twist, using the surrounding bone as a fulcrum and rotating the wisdom tooth out. That is my take from your description. Watching someone talented at this is very interesting and awe-inspiring.

Question 3

is wisdom tooth surgery major?

Accepted Answer

Minor...: In the overall scheme of surgical procedures, this one is minor.

Question 4

is my wisdom tooth pushing my gum out?

Accepted Answer

Yes sure: If you are referring to the soft tissue sitting behind you second molar (last molar in the back)  the third molars/wisdom teeth can go through periods of eruption and quiescence, and while trying to erupt can elevate the soft tissue physically and also due to inflammation and infection.  You should have a consult with and oral and maxillofacial surgeon to evaluate.

Question 5

how serious is an abscessed wisdom tooth?

Accepted Answer

Loss of tooth: Ignoring an infected 3rd molar("wisdom tooth") could result in losing the adjacent molar, possible more severe infection extending into the throat that could be life-indangering.

Question 6

could a five year old get a wisdom tooth?

Accepted Answer

Doubtful, but....: It's doubtful that a 5 year old get a wisdom tooth, but it is normal for some 5 year olds to have their 1st permanent molar erupt. The 1st permanent molar erupts towards the back of their primary teeth so it may look like a wisdom tooth erupting.

Question 7

what are signs i need my wisdom tooth removed?

Accepted Answer

Pain is a: Big one. If you have pain ; /or swelling please consult promptly with your dentist.

Question 8

what can be done to stop wisdom tooth bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Dental exam: You need to see a dentist about this problem.  You may have an infection around your wisdom tooth causing the bleeding.  This needs to be treated. It can get worse without treatment.

Question 9

how to tell if it's a wisdom tooth issue or tmj?

Accepted Answer

See a dentist: No one can tell if your problem is one or the other without an examination. 

Call for an appointment and feel better soon...

Question 10

part of my wisdom tooth broke off! what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Decay...: ... Causes teeth to weaken and break off. Since wisdom teeth are the newest teeth (the last to come in) decay despite brushing is your best indication that you're unable to maintain it.  Have your dentist or oral surgeon evaluate all your wisdom teeth. If you can't keep your wisdom teeth cavity-free, best to have them removed before infections result.

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Hi doctor, how soon after extracting a wisdom tooth can i eat?

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What is the logistic of pushing the tooth up instead of pulling when extracting the upper wisdom tooth? is this common technique?

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Is wisdom tooth surgery major?

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Is my wisdom tooth pushing my gum out?

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How serious is an abscessed wisdom tooth?

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Could a five year old get a wisdom tooth?

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What are signs i need my wisdom tooth removed?

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What can be done to stop wisdom tooth bleeding?

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How to tell if it's a wisdom tooth issue or tmj?

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Part of my wisdom tooth broke off! what do i do?

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