What You Need to Know About Impacted Wisdom Teeth

If your third molars are unable to erupt into your mouth, you have impacted wisdom teeth. This is caused by a barrier, such as other teeth, or if your tooth is sitting at an angle.

You’ll ideally want to get these removed as a younger adult to prevent serious complications, or even to prevent problems when your actual wisdom teeth surgery takes place. (Your wisdom teeth will erupt between the ages of 18 to 25).

Symptoms of Impacted Wisdom Teeth Include:

  • Pain / toothache
  • Headache
  • Jaw pain
  • Pain in the side of your face
  • Swelling in your mouth
  • Swollen lymph nodes in your neck
  • Difficulty opening your jaw
  • Bad breath
  • Unpleasant taste when you are eating

Do I Need to Remove My Impacted Teeth if They Don’t Hurt?

It is definitely a good idea to get them removed, even if there are no signs of symptoms. They could still cause you issues down the road, such as tooth damage, abscesses, and decay. Your dentist or oral surgeon will be able to discuss your situation with you, as everyone is different.

To book a consultation with Dr. K. Bahi for impacted wisdom teeth extraction in Surrey,  please call us at New England Oral & Cosmetic Facial Surgery today: 604-507-0514.

Does Everyone NEED to Get Their Wisdom Teeth Removed?

The question that so many people have when the conversation of wisdom teeth comes up: Does Everyone NEED to Get Their Wisdom Teeth Extracted? does everyone need to get wisdom teeth removed

Your wisdom teeth are your third molars that don’t pop up from your gumline until late in adolescence…and possibly not even into your 20’s. With evolution, people have had less of a need for these specific teeth, so our jaws have compensated for this.

These molars get a bad rap because they are known for causing problems (not to mention, an extra expense if removed).

That said, not everyone will need to get their wisdom teeth removed. If your jaw is large enough to accommodate them and you have no problems when they erupt, it would not be necessary.

How can you have reassurance that you do not need to get them removed?

Well, for starters, if you have zero symptoms indicating a sign of a problem. Secondly, if your dentist looks at your x-rays and determines that your wisdom teeth are in a good, healthy position. Just because you may not have symptoms, it doesn’t guarantee that everything is ok. Get a proper x-ray to give you peace of mind.

The bad news? Well, few and far between won’t have to have their wisdom teeth removed. The majority will, so it’s best to be prepared and accepting of the possibility.

Ask questions at your next dental visit to know where you stand in terms of your wisdom teeth, as well as the removal options available.

If you are located in Surrey, book a consultation with us at New England Cosmetic Oral & Facial Surgery for wisdom teeth removal: 604-507-0514.

 

 

Cheers to a Happy, Healthy, and Prosperous 2017!

We hope you had a wonderful holiday season…and we are sending you our best wishes for a fabulous 2017!

Many people make new year’s resolutions that tend not to stretch much further than January.  We have a great idea for a resolution for you, however, that you would actually be able to keep!

How about making a resolution to look and feel your very best?  Sounds awesome, right? 

  • What have you been putting off that that you have been wanting to try in terms of an anti-aging treatment?

  • Are you unhappy with your teeth and have been considering dental implants?

  • Would you prefer to have a slimmer or a more defined jawline?

  • How about cheek implants for more prominent looking cheekbones?

  • Chin augmentation to achieve a more balanced face?

  • Longer, thicker eyelashes to make your eyes really pop and take the hassle out of stick on lashes?

Whatever you have been thinking about, we encourage you to go for it!  You will likely love your results so much, you’ll be asking yourself “Why didn’t I do this earlier?”

Located in the Surrey area?

You can check out our full range of services at New England Oral & Facial Surgery then call us for an appointment to book a consultation and get the ball rolling: 604-507-0514.

 

 

5 Golden Rules for Taking Care of Your Skin After Cosmetic Facial Surgery

It is always important to take good care of your skin, but if you have plans to undergo any type of cosmetic facial surgery procedure, this importance increases exponentially.

Follow these 5 golden rules for the well-being of your skin after cosmetic surgery:

1.  Treat your skin like baby skin.  Be extra gentle and be sure to use hypoallergenic products and fragrance-free moisturizers.  If your skin is really red, this will help to prevent pigmentation and heal without any discoloration.

2. Keep well hydrated – it is recommended to drink 8 glasses of water each day on a regular basis – but even MORE important to do so after surgery to help rejuvenate your skin from the inside out. Water also helps flush toxins out of your system.

3. Be obsessive about protecting your skin from the damaging rays of the sun. Avoid sun altogether for the first few days after surgery…and once you are out and about again, slather on the sunblock.

4. Avoid picking at your skin – this can only put you at risk for scarring and infection. You really need to just let your wounds heal naturally.

5.  Refrain from taking part in any strenuous activities…and don’t shy away from taking time away from work until you feel better. Focus on resting and recovering vs. adding more stress to your body.

Have more questions about aftercare for cosmetic facial surgery or want to book a consultation?  Contact the top oral surgeon in Surrey – New England Oral & Facial Cosmetic Surgery today!

 

Common Reasons for Undergoing Oral Surgery

To be in good overall health, you need to have good oral health.  The bacteria that originates in the mouth can travel throughout the body and cause various serious health problems. This is why it is so critical to stay on top of any oral issues that arise.

Oral surgery is any procedure that involves cutting into or removing tissue from your mouth such as wisdom tooth removal, gum surgery, correcting jaw issues, or getting dental implants.

The most common reasons for undergoing oral surgery include:

Pain from wisdom teeth – when wisdom teeth start to cause pain, swelling, or infection, they need to be surgically removed.

Missing teeth – if you have missing teeth, the best solution that will be as close to the real thing as possible are dental implants.  They require a highly skilled oral surgeon with absolute precision to get the desired results.

Not enough jaw bone mass – if you require dental implants, you need to have adequate jaw bone density.  If you do not have enough, bone grafting is a solution.

Oral cancer and abnormal lesions or growths – surgery is crucial to remove affected tissues if oral cancer is present.  Biopsies can be performed on abnormal lesions and growths to determine if they need to be removed.  It is always a good idea to remove anything abnormal to be proactive.

Facial trauma – you may need to get oral surgery if your facial structures such as teeth and bones have been damaged.

Infected roots of teeth – if tooth infections cannot be treated with root canal therapy, it may be necessary to get a surgical procedure called an apicoectomy to remove the tip of the root.

Temporomandibular joint disorder and bite problems – if you have bite problems, you may benefit from corrective jaw surgery so that the upper and lower jaws meet properly.  Jaw surgery can also alleviate symptoms of TMJ.

Whatever your oral surgery needs, top oral surgeon in Surrey / Vancouver, Dr. K. Bahi has extensive experience and training to provide you with the best possible results.  Call New England Oral & Facial Surgery to book a consultation for oral surgery today!

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