Extraction Oral Surgery
Added: December 09, 2007 - 5:55 PM
By: Patient Email Withheld, Boca Raton, FL
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Case Summary
Extractions / Oral Surgery
Teeth: 1,16,17,32
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: 3 WEEKS AGO
Last Cleaning: 3 MONTHS
Case Description
I have two teenagers that need to have their wisdom teeth extracted. I went for consultation to an oral surgeon that recommeded that I do both at the same time. I have a question on what type of sedation I should request. I was informed of the IV sedation or the (laughing gas) are both safe?? How long should recover take? ( wisdom teeth are impacted) I would like to have this procdure done over the Holiday break.
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Reply: Extraction Oral Surgery
added: December 09, 2007 - 6:28 PM
Both types of sedation are perfectly safe and normal. I would schedule a consultation with your oral surgeon and discuss the need to which anesthesia selection. It will depend on the patient and the amount of surgery involved. Depending on the patient and difficulty of extraction, recovery time is usually 24-72 hours. Again, just consult your oral surgeon.
Reply: Extraction Oral Surgery
added: December 09, 2007 - 6:45 PM
Hello!I always recommend all my patients to get all 4 wisdom teeth removed in one step. This is because you only go through the procedure once, recuperatee p once, take the medicines once, etc.THere are different types of anesthesia. THe extractions can be done w local anesthesia and the addition of a sedative to relax the patient. You also have other types of anesthesia such as IV sedation which requires careful monitoring of vital signs, etc. We had many siblings that had the procedures done at the same time in our office. I would say its a good idea. Recuperation time is based on a case by case. Some people go to work the next day (most). If the patient takes the necessary medicines and follows directions thoroughly recuperating time should be fast. The patient might feel a bit sore for a few days, or might feel a little disconfort. The best consnult you will ever have is at the office and with the xrays so we can see the location and ease of extraction of the teeth. I am sure the oral surgeon answered most of your questions.If you need any help let me know. We also do extraction of impacted wisdom teeth.Sincerely,Dr Soltanik
Reply: Extraction Oral Surgery
added: December 10, 2007 - 7:02 AM
Dear Sir or MadameBoth types of sedations are safe. Normaly in our office all wisdom teeth are removed at the same time due to recovery time that should be one happening, the length for the healing process varies depending on the patient oral hygiene and blood coagulating factors as well as the extent of the surgeryIf I could be of further assistance do not hesitate to contact our office.Sincerely.Dr.Jean-Jacques Edderai
Reply: Extraction Oral Surgery
added: December 11, 2007 - 1:56 AM
There is no absolute need to have both children''''s wisdom teeth removed at the same time other than as a matter of convenience for you, the parent, to help nurse them over the weekend while they recover from their surgeries and to get it over with. As you may have learned from your consultation with the oral surgeon, if these extractions are for preventative measures and non-emergent it may be best to schedule them at the same time just "to get it out of the way". I would recommend IV Anesthesia over Laughing gas for the comfort and safety of your children but I would also suggest that you inquire into the surgeon''''s training and that he/she is Board-Certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and has the appropriate credentials by the State of Florida to administer General Anesthesia in the office setting. Most Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons do.Recovery time (usually) takes 1-2 days with swelling and discomfort. Their ability to eat solid foods again may take up to a week. This all depends on several factors: how impacted/difficult the teeth are, the overall health of your children, how well they follow the postoperative instructions, are they (wisdom teeth) infected or are they experiencing problems with them now or are you having them removed as a proactive measure to prevent future problems? Usually teenagers do quite well because of the smaller root development of the wisdom teeth at this age. Hope this helps you!Dr. Ronald Katz
Reply: Extraction Oral Surgery
added: December 11, 2007 - 1:41 PM
I have reviewed all of the excellent replies from my colleagues, all are correct. Your oral surgeon should be qualified to determine the type of sedation (if any) that bests fits each patient. As to the recovery time it averages 2-3 days if no complications are found.Good luck, if you have any questions, you may call my office and I will try to assist you.Thanks,Angela(954) 427-3000
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