Lincroft, NJ
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Procedures

  • Congenital and Developmental Disorders
    • Special Needs Patients
  • Anesthesia and Sedation
    • Anesthesia for Pediatric and Dental Procedures
    • Anesthesia for Cosmetic and Surgical Procedures
  • Cosmetic Skin and Facial Procedures
    • Perlane
    • Ultherapy
    • Botox
    • Juvederm
    • Restylane
    • Latisse
    • Radiesse
    • Esthetician and Skin Care Treatments
    • Dermabrasion
    • Chemical Peels
    • Facial Resurfacing
  • Dental Implants
    • General Implant Informational Video
    • Teeth-in-an-Hour
    • Diem
    • Immediate Placement of Implants
    • Single Tooth Implants
    • Implant Supported Bridges
    • LOCATORĀ® Attachments and Dentures
    • Orthodontic Implants-Skeletal Anchors
  • Bone Grafting
    • Bone Grafting
    • About Bone Grafting
    • Jaw Bone Health
    • Jaw Bone Loss and Deterioration
    • Socket Preservation
    • Platelet Rich Plasma
    • Sinus Lift
    • Nerve Repositioning
    • Ridge Augmentation
  • Teeth and Dentoalveolar Surgery
    • Pre-Prosthetic Surgery
    • Wisdom Teeth
    • Impacted Canines
    • Primary or Baby Teeth
    • Infected and Fractured Teeth
    • Teeth with Periodontal Disease
    • Teeth with Associated Pathology
  • Fractures of the Facial and Jaw Bones
    • Lacerations and Soft Tissue Injuries
    • Injury to the Teeth
  • Orthognathic and Reconstructive Surgery
    • Orthognathic Surgery
    • Distraction Osteogenesis
  • Oral Pathology
    • Oral Pathology-Growths and Lesions
    • Dermatopathology and Skin Diseases
    • Autoimmune Diseases
    • Precancerous and Cancerous Growths
  • Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
    • Myofascial Pain Dysfunction
    • Craniofacial Pain
    • Migraines and Headaches
    • Neuralgia’a and Neurological Origin Pain

Wisdom Teeth

By the age of 18, the average adult has 32 teeth; 16 teeth on the top and 16 teeth on the bottom. Each tooth in the mouth has a specific name and function. The teeth in the front of the mouth (incisors, canine, and bicuspid teeth) are ideal for grasping and biting food into smaller pieces. The back teeth (molar teeth) are used to grind food up into a consistency suitable for swallowing.

The average mouth is made to hold only 28 teeth. It can be painful when 32 teeth try to fit in a mouth that holds only 28 teeth. These four other teeth are your third molars, also known as “wisdom teeth.”

Why Should I Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to erupt within the mouth. When they align properly and gum tissue is healthy, wisdom teeth do not have to be removed. Unfortunately, this does not generally happen. The extraction of wisdom teeth is necessary when they are prevented from properly erupting within the mouth. They may grow sideways, partially emerge from the gum, and even remain trapped beneath the gum and bone. Impacted teeth can take many positions in the bone as they attempt to find a pathway that will allow them to successfully erupt. These poorly positioned impacted teeth can cause many problems. When they are partially erupted, the opening around the teeth allows bacteria to grow and will eventually cause an infection. The result: swelling, stiffness, pain, and illness. The pressure from the erupting wisdom teeth may move other teeth and disrupt the orthodontic or natural alignment of teeth. The most serious problem occurs when tumors or cysts form around the impacted wisdom teeth, resulting in the destruction of the jawbone and healthy teeth. Removal of the offending impacted teeth usually resolves these problems. Early removal is recommended to avoid such future problems and to decrease the surgical risk involved with the procedure.

Oral Examination

With an oral examination and x-rays of the mouth, Drs. Frattellone, Tamimi, Nguyen and Turan can evaluate the position of the wisdom teeth and predict if there are present or may be future problems. Studies have shown that early evaluation and treatment result in a superior outcome for the patient. Patients are generally first evaluated in the mid-teenage years by their dentist, orthodontist or by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. All outpatient surgery is performed under appropriate anesthesia to maximize patient comfort. Drs. Frattellone, Tamimi, Nguyen and Turan has the training, license and experience to provide various types of anesthesia for patients to select the best alternative.

Removal

In most cases, the removal of wisdom teeth is performed under local anesthesia, laughing gas (nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia) or general anesthesia. These options, as well as the surgical risks (i.e., sensory nerve damage, sinus complications), will be discussed with you before the procedure is performed. Once the teeth are removed, the gum is sutured. To help control bleeding, bite down on the gauze placed in your mouth. You will rest under our supervision in the office until you are ready to be taken home. Upon discharge, your postoperative kit will include postoperative instructions, a prescription for pain medication, antibiotics, and a follow-up appointment in one week for suture removal. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call us at 732-842-5915. Our services are provided in an environment of optimum safety that utilizes modern monitoring equipment and staff who are experienced in anesthesia techniques.

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