5 Steps to Wisdom Teeth Removal
1. Research
Ask your friends and family for dental recommendations. Talk about their experiences in detail. Once you have a few names to consider go online and read the dental practice websites and become familiar with the information they provide to patients. Pay attention to sedation options offered at the different offices. Read online reviews to see what their patients say about their treatment. Narrow down your choices to one or two Dentists.
2. Plan
Make written notes. Write down questions. Your Research should have prepared you to be well acquainted with the dental surgery process. Make an introductory appointment with the Dentist that you have identified as your best resource.
3. Prepare
Gather together your complete medical history and copies of any recent dental X-rays or Panoramic X-Ray. Review your written questions. Check your schedule to identify convenient times to allow for surgery and recovery time. Identify the friend or family member who will be willing to drive you to and from your appointment and stay with you during your recovery.
4. Act
Meet with the Dentist for a consultation and ask your questions. Bring your medical history and refer to your questions. Is the office clean and well organized? Is the staff friendly and efficient? The Dentist should be willing to explain the benefits and risks associated with Wisdom Teeth Surgery. Ask the dentist your questions. It is possible that you do not need all of your teeth removed at this time. The Dentist should address this possibility and should review your current X-rays and explain to you, in detail, your specific dental needs. Discuss sedation options and review the various benefits of each option with the Dentist. Review the Do’s and Don’ts of Dental Surgery. Specific written information should be given to you regarding Pre-Operative and Post-Operative Care including Post-Operative Food Suggestions.
If you are comfortable with your Dentist then schedule your surgical appointment and your surgical follow-up appointment. Confirm the times with your driver and caregiver. Make sure to have the proper foods (cold and soft) available for post-surgery care. Follow the Pre-Surgical Instructions carefully.
5. Recover
Following surgery your driver and caregiver should have dental contact information for any post-surgical questions that might arise. Make sure that the written instructions for Post-Surgical Care are reviewed with them. Follow the Post-Surgical Care Instructions carefully and pay special attention to eating the proper food. Make note of any questions to address with your doctor during your Post-Operative appointment.
