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How can you tell?
Hi, I'm 17/f and I'm worried. How can you tell if your wisdom teeth are going to grow in properly, and does anyone know the amount of space you will need for them to grow? Not precise, but about how much? thanks.
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Mm, you don't really need that much space. You just need about the same amount of space as any other tooth, except wisdom teeth are a little wider/bigger or whatever I believe. Luckily, some people have enough space and don't even need to get them pulled out. Just next time you go to the dentist, ask them to make check for you or they might take an x-ray. Another way to know if you need them pulled out, is once they start growing, the back of your mouth might hurt. I've never had mine pulled out, but my brother did and he said it didn't hurt that bad ( it s different for everyone ) and he was out of school for two weeks, but I've seen people who've gotten better like, two DAYS after they get it. It just depends how your mouth takes it and all. My brother didn't even need to take the painkillers he said he didn't feel no pain. But I think at average it takes a week or so. I hope I helped. <3
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You aren't able to tell if your wisdom teeth are going to grow in properly. The only way you can find out, if you were to go to the dentist and get her/him to check your wisdom teeth by doing an x-ray.
You don't need TOO much space. Just enough room for a tooth to come through. Some people have enough space, so you might be one of the lucky ones. If not, it doesn't hurt that much when you get them out.
I got my wisdom teeth out about 2 years ago. You can either be put asleep or they'll just freeze your mouth. I had a choice so I picked to have my mouth froozen; it doesn't hurt one bit. I didn't feel a thing while they were putting my wisdom teeth out. After they are done they give you some pills that you have to take to keep the pain and swelling down. Then, they'll explain to you what you must do before you go to bed (rinse your mouth) and how you must eat -- they'll give you all the information you need. Mind you, for awhile, you'll only be eating chicken noodle soup and milkshakes. What a life, eh?
You'll be able to get back into your normal life in awhile. Some people are up and ready to go the sameday they get them pulled. Some it may take alittle awhile, depending on the person. For myself, I was out for school for 2 weeks! Just take time to feel better, don't rush it. When you feel better, you'll know. ♥
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Unless you are in pain, the only way to tell something is wrong with your wisdom teeth is to see a dentist.
I was having excruciating pain, so I got mine removed. This was done last April. Here is my experience:
First, I am a big baby. I HATE needles. They had to put in an IV because I was being knocked out completely. I was terrified. The last time I had general anesthesia I woke up in a panic. So, I was not looking forward to this. I was also scared because when my ex had his removed, he was in a great deal of pain. I don't take pain well.
They put the IV in then they gave me the oxygen mask and I was out before I could count to 10 (they told me to count to 100. I think I remember getting to 7). When I woke up, my face felt, well, it didn't feel. I wasn't hurting. I felt puffy.
We picked up my Rx and went home. I took the pills when I was told to. Eating was incredibly difficult. I just couldn't open my mouth enough. So, having soft foods like yogurt and soup is very important.
The pain from the surgery was really not too bad. However, I did get some nasty pain because I couldn't feel if I was rinsing well enough, and it turned out I wasn't. I ended up with food in the sockets because I was too numb to feel the rinsing. The dentist gave me a thorough rinse and applied some medication and I was fine. I recommend having a medicine syringe for rinsing. That is what the dentist used. You can squirt water right on the sockets with enough pressure that you know you are getting it right, even if you can't feel it.
The pain I had after surgery was nothing compared to the pain I had before. Waiting too long to get them removed was really not a good thing.
As for going back to your normal life, some people are able to the same day. Some take a week. Because I am a big baby, I took a while. But I am a housewife and mom, so that was ok. You are younger than I am, and the younger you are the quicker you bounce back. That is partly because the teeth haven't gotten impacted, or really stuck in the wrong place. They are easier to remove, and that means less of a problem after. I HIGHLY recommend checking with a dentist by your late teens to see if they will need removed. Don't wait until they hurt. It isn't worth it. An 18 year old friend of mine just had hers removed and was fine the next day. So, check with your dentist. It will be easier now than later.
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The only way to see how your wisdom teeth are growing in is to go to the dentist for a panoramic x-ray.
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YOU can't tell (unless you are in pain) a dentist will look and see. I've had them out and it is painful, but certainly not unbearable. When you wake up you'll be swollen and tired, and you'll have plenty of painkillers to take. You stay swollen for a few days and not be able to eat much. Then you'll be fine.
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There's really no hard and fast answer to the first part of your question. It depends on a lot of factors like the size of your mouth and teeth, whether you've lost any other teeth, etc.
In most developed countries, where the food is soft and dental hygiene is good, the third molars don't have enough room to erupt properly.
You should ask your dentist, who may have you consult with an oral surgeon. You'll need to have an x-ray to see where all your teeth are and how they're developing.
If there is a problem, the earlier you have the surgery, the less pain and recovery you'll have.
I had my wisdom teeth out before they ever bothered me on the recommendation of my dentist and two oral surgeons. I slept through one day using Tylenol with Codeine but didn't need the pain meds after the one day.
My brother, on the other hand, waited until his teeth began to hurt before he did anything. He had a much tougher time recovering afterwards.
So, to summarize, go see your dentist and get the ball rolling.
Best Wishes.
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