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Wisdom Teeth

What are wisdom teeth?

Your wisdom teeth are the last to erupt at the back of the mouth, usually between the ages of 18 and 22. Sometimes they appear many years later.

Nowadays people often have jaws that are too small for all 32 teeth with some mouths only having 28 teeth or less. So if all other teeth are present and healthy, there may not be enough space for the wisdom teeth to come through properly.

Do wisdom teeth always cause problems?

No. If there is sufficient space for them to erupt into, then they give no problems. As the wisdom tooth erupts into the mouth, it can cause soreness – like teething pain but in adults!

Why Do We Need To Remove Wisdom Teeth?

If there is not enough space for wisdom teeth to erupt properly into they get impacted (stuck) against the next tooth. Food and plaque can lodge between the teeth, and the area is usually very difficult to clean. This can lead to decay of the wisdom tooth and the adjacent tooth, and gum infection leading to a swelling and soreness.

What can I do to help myself?

  • Initially, gargling with warm salt water will help.
  • Using a small single tufted style tooth brush to clean effectively and remove food and bacteria will help reduce risk of infection.
  • Over-the-counter painkillers will control the pain.

In severe cases or where mouth opening is limited, you need to see your dentist who will examine your mouth and may prescribe antibiotics.

What to do if the pain comes back?

If a wisdom tooth is regularly giving you problems extraction may be considered. Extraction is carried out by your dentist or an oral surgeon in the hospital depending on your preferences and/or the difficulty of the extraction.

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Because we are a family run practice with patient care at the heart of everything we do.

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What Our Patients Say About Us

  • I went for my regularcheck up. Vanessa is always very thorough and explains everything which includes seeing your teeth and x trays on the screen which is helpful. The hygienist Nick is equally as thorough. Talking you through the procedure and making recomendations with regards to home care, brushing , flossing etc. The nursing and reception team are very welcoming and supportive . An all round 5* service. I came out feeling totally reassured and confident that I'm in good hands at Al Nashar. My compliments to all the management and staff. Keep it up!

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  • I have been with el nashar for years! And feel so fortunate to have such a lovely dentist! At the weekend I had an emergency where I was in excruciating pain, I gave the out of hours a call and within an how on a Sunday night I was in having the treatment I needed to get rid of the pain, thank you so much to Jo and Hannah for getting me in, i would never recommend any other dentist. Lauren is my usual lady to go and with quite a fear of the dentist she always makes me feel safe and relaxed, all the staff go above and beyond to meet your own individual needs. A big thank you again!

    Kayleigh Williams - See Google Reviews

  • I am so pleased to be able to write this review - having been scheduled in for an emergency appointment which the surgery fitted in just a few hours after calling, the service I received was incredible. Joanna and her nurse (apologies for not remembering her name) looked after me incredibly well and although I am not (yet) registered with the practice, i was given 5 star treatment, support and advice. The reception staff were helpful, knowledgeable and efficient and processed my registration promptly even sending through a copy of my X-ray for me to keep. Dental treatment is never 'cheap' and although I paid probably a little more than expected, every penny was worth it for the treatment and thoroughness of the team that helped me to deal with what was a debilitating toothache. i cannot recommend the practice highly enough and they set a standard that others should aspire to...! Such is the extent to which I am impressed, despite living over three hours away, I shall be registering with Joanna and the team for any future treatment. Thank you all, best wishes to each of you and see you again soon as a registered patient. Gordon...

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