Wisdom teeth getting pulled on Monday what to expect?

I have an appointment to get my wisdom teeth extracted on Monday at an oral surgeons office. They are all the way through so they are not impacted, so I believe my only option is to get them pulled. Has anyone went to an oral surgeon for this procedure if so what can I expect? I am sure there will be shots to numb it locally, but what about nitrious oxide? This surgeon does the IV sedation what is that? Is it cheaper since I will not have to have them cut out? Any info would help I am really nervous.

Wisdom teeth getting pulled on Monday what to expect?
Expect pain. Don't leave the office without a prescription for pain meds. Your dentist can explain to you how s/he will proceed.
Reply:expect pain
Reply:As Clubber Lang predicts...."Pain".





Have the pain killers on stand-by.





It depends on what's done, but usually, it's local, but if it's extensive, they'll knock you out.





They're pretty good nowadays. You'll need a day or two off, because your mouth will be sore.
Reply:Blood. Pain. Death. Panic.





Nah. It wasn't very painful. It just is annoying for a few weeks but it gets better. Don't worry. You get Vicodin.
Reply:Nitrous oxide is usually only given to relax the patient, if you are already having iv sedation (which is where a very small needle is placed in a vein usually on your hand)IV sedation means you will be asleep while they take your teeth out..you won't need nitrous.


You should be fine tho, i've had mine out as have both my kids, they will give you pain meds (make sure you take with food) you will want to take a few days rest. They will also give you instructions on how to take care of your mouth afterwards. have plenty of soft foods available and make sure you have an ice pack(frozen peas work well) to help with any pain and possible swelling. Good luck and don't worry, you will be fine.
Reply:I got the 2 top wisdom taken out and they just did a local and tynenol with codine which is pretty strong than normal. but my friend got nitrous and vicodin so i guess it depends on the doc. it almost like a surgury they have to cut the gum if the tooth is not out yet a they take it out and stitch up. just dont be scared to ask for more anesthesia if you need it and you shouldnt feel a thing. and take you pain killer which the doc recommends because after its going to hurt a lil but nothing a pill cant cure. hope this helps
Reply:Pain


Make sure you have a prescription from the doctor for a strong pain killer in your pocket before sitting in the chair.


Have someone accompany you for a ride home, or a taxi cab number so you can phone for a pickup.


Have ice cubes available when you return home to control the amount of swelling


Be prepared to sleep after taking the pain killer pills.


Drink no alcohol for 24 hours at least.
Reply:I had my pulled (all four) a few years ago. I was extremely nervous. They used IV sedation on me also. The iv needle hurts a little going in but once they inject the medication within five seconds you are out. You wake up what feels like immediately (but for me was like 15 minutes only) and they let you lay around for a short time period and then go home. I honestly did not have much pain at all. The worst part was the anticipation. My teeth were not impacted at all either so it was a simple pull. In fact I ate some soup that night without a problem. I was a nervous wreck because it was my first time "under" but it ended up not being bad at all.
Reply:I got all four of mine removed about 3 yrs ago and the pain wasn't too bad. It actually kicked in about 3 days later.





The pain felt like more of an ache and soreness. but nothing severe, so don't worry about that part.You'll most likely get pain meds and antibiotics too.





Remember to get lots of soft foods before your surgery so you don't have to chew too much while you're healing.





Good Luck and hope you heal well!
Reply:I got all 4 wisdom teeth pulled back in September and it wasn't near as bad as everybody made it out to be. It's more irritating then it is painful. They'll put you to sleep so you won't be awake when the procedure is going on. You'll wake up and be a little dilerious so you'll need somebody there with you because you won't be able to drive yourself home. I didn't even get the percription the doctor gave me filled, I just took ibu profen and the other medication the doctor gave me, not the painkillers though. It's nothing to worry about, the discomfort only lasts about a week, you'll be fine.
Reply:I've never been been put under for tooth extraction so listen to other people for that :D





Afterward you should be given some cotton pads to soak up the blood from the procedure. Change those within 2 hours. Don't sleep with them in. Plan on doing nothing for a good few days afterward (longer if impacted, but you aren't so no worries). The pain tends to peak on the second or third day after the surgery. Follow pain med directions as your dentist recommends (I was just told to use ibuprofen and it's generally fine for simple procedures)





Stick to liquid/soft foods. Don't strain your jaw with chewing. Creamed soups (squash, tomato, etc) are great, beef broth, apple sauce, yogurt, and lots of juice. Make sure you are eating regularly - your body needs food to heal itself.





Some people get nauseas from sedation or from the blood that remains so check with your dentist about anti-nausea medications. Here in Canuckia Gravol is easy to find and works quit well for most folk (usually just behind the counter at the pharmacy, but you don't need a prescription for it).





Lastly, you can do warm salt rinses to help speed healing and prevent infection. I'd wait til the second or third day for this, personally, but that's just me. Basically, some warm water and enough salt that you can taste it. Sip some (without swallowing) and tip your head so that the water falls to where your teeth were. Do not swish - it can dislodge the blood clot. Let the water fall out of your mouth after a minute or so - spitting can also dislodge the clot.





Don't drink through a straw, smoke, or make any suction with your mouth for the first week at least because it can dislodge the clot and you so don't want the pain involved. Swelling and pain are normal. You can use cold compresses on your cheek til your swelling goes down (10-20min on, 10-20min off), and warm compresses afterward to speed healing



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