Just what is it like having wisdom teeth removed?

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sasha r	not 2 bad, i was scared of being knocked out so i stayed awake with load of injections in my gums you have a hole in ur gums for a couple of days then it starts to heal, having my nipples pierced hurt more Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

gellhorn	In the UK they are generally taken out under general anaesthetic, so you won't feel anything during the operation. After the meds wear off you may experience swelling, bruising and pain (and look like a hamster for a couple of days), but it doesn't last long. Better than having impacted teeth! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Annie M	Depends you can have out in hospital and will be put under a general, or at the dentist and it didnt hurt me when I had it done there, just had an injection. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Rose	Hi sarsa, I am in a similar situation, as I think I have an impacted wisdom tooth actually pushing some of my bottom teeth a bit crooked. I know several friends who have done it, and it seems that you have a rough couple of days, but it heals pretty well. I don't really want to do it either! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

jim_eritano	It depends on whether they're on the top or bottom, how old you are, and how far along they are in their development. If you're under 20, you'll probably only have a little discomfort. I had mine out in my mid-20's, and here's what I know: I had a local anesthetic plus nitrous oxide (laughing gas). Three shots in gums around each tooth - the shots didn't hurt bad at all. I felt nothing with the top teeth - no pain from cutting, really no feeling at all, just a pop when they came loose and out they came. The bottom ones were hell. Even with a double dose of novocaine (3 more shots at each location), with only the lower jawbone to support them instead of the skull like on top, it hurt bad enough to make me yell, even though the gas had me unable to move. My best advice? DON'T let them take those bottom ones out unless they're going to put you to sleep. So you'll put your whole body at risk for a tooth extraction. If you let them do it while you're awake, you'll regret it. Again, the top ones are no problem at all. Then, afterward, your jaw is a little sore and swollen, but they give you pain pills - don't be afraid to take them. Follow the dr's advice and you'll be OK. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

sazm82	I had my top 2 out plus the bottom right, as the bottom left never appeared, with the injections. Top ones are like having a normal tooth removed, no problem. Bottom ones are trickier though. Didn't hurt at the time but I won't lie, it did hurt when it wore off. Some lovely bruising, and stitches too. Just make sure you have soluable pain killers ready, they do help. I would do it again, it was better than the pain I was in as they were coming through!! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

sky	ti have had two removed a few years ago.. the injection numbs the gum as they would with a normal tooth being removed, and if you have to have them removed in hospital then all the better as you will be out for the coun.. good luck..and you will survive Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Anne K T	My husband had his wisdom teeth removed when he was in his early twenties through necessity, he suffered a little and lost some weight from the discomfort of eating for a couple of weeks but he does not regret it, I'm afraid if a dentist thinks you should have it done there is no alternative. His experience was 15 years ago things may be better now. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

'Dr Greene'	You do hear some awful stories, but I had one out a couple of years ago at the local dentist, and then went to work. It was fine. No pain, little swelling. Easy! I just kept the gauze in my mouth to soak up the blood. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

rrrevils	It depends on a couple of factors: Are the teeth impacted (meaning covered with skin) or free of skin covering. If impacted, the extraction is a little more complicated, though the outcome is still the same. You should not suffer from undue pain unless the roots are particularly long. But, that is what pain medication is for. Listen to your doctor and ASK QUESTIONS; it is your right to do so. Do not drink decaffeinated, carbonated drinks and DO NOT SMOKE. These are warnings your doctor will give you as well. Do not worry, tooth extractions are a common occurrence and rarely does anything wrong happen. Chin up! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Seaman Staines	mine were all taken out over the years by my dentist just using local anesthetic, no different to having any other tooth drawn. Didn't hurt, just a bit of tugging, and had to keep a cotton swab clamped there for twenty minutes afterwards I know some have to be done under GA in hospital, but I think this is the exception not the rule. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Sitting Still	I had the top ones taken out a few years ago, and there was absolutely nothing to it. It was a breeze. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Roxy	It's not pleasant, but it's over relatively quickly. I was shocked by the size of the holes left by the teeth (they feel huge but are quite small really). Make sure you follow the after care instructions given to you by your dentist or you'll end up with an infection (like I did!). Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

vampire_o3	I have had 2 taken out (Left Side) top one came out easy, the bottom one was hard to reach, so the dentist had to shave some of my cheekbone away to reach it....under local anasthetic! Didnt feel a thing but i did feel that pipe they put in your mouth to take all the gunk out, the nurse was pushing so hard on my jaw. Next day my face was swollen all down the left side. Several stitches and had plenty of painkillers. The other two on my right need taking out too, one is growing sideways towards the front of my mouth.... not good. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

bradnmich2003	If you have had any other extractions, it is no different. If you never had any teeth removed, then, yes, you will have some pain a few hours after they come out, but they will give you painkillers like Darvocet or Tylenol 3, etc. You must keep the gauze they give you in your mouth and change it every few hours, and NO CARBONATED DRINKS or SMOKING for 24 hours after. It's nothing to be scared of but it will hurt after the dentists local numbing stuff wears off. You will be fine in a couple days. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Titus	I had some work done like that twice. Once I was put in a hospital and once as an out patient in a chair. Each time they put me to sleep. Waking up was easy. The pain increased for a few hours. After a night's sleep it got better and stayed better. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

dee t	i had all 4 of mine out in hospital and i had stitches, but i was fine. good luck with it youll be ok Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Pington	I had my bottom ones taken out at the dentist and the top ones taken out in hospital under a general anaesthetic - I would definitely recommend the latter. I woke with stitches and no memory of what happened, mouth was a bit swollen, and I had to be careful what I ate for a couple of days but otherwise all fine and easy. And of course I didn't have the memories of someone trying to rip teeth out of mouth with a pair of, what were essentially, pliers! Seriously, go for the hospital option! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Lucan	My wife had hers removed about 10 yrs ago and it was an overnight stay in hospital job under general anaesthetic, though probably these days there may be an NHS car park drive thru for it so that you dont take up vital corridor space in the hospital. For a couple of days her cheeks looked like she'd been in the boxing ring for a few rounds, and the neighbours gave ME funny looks. Dont worry..if you need it doing just relax about it and get it done. Then a few weeks after I'm sure you'll be really glad you did. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

cleodogn	don't be afraid, get them all taken out. wisdom teeth have a way of becoming absessed (sp). the infection u get from them will hurt your heart in the long run. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

finalfrontier1976	Pain and lots of it, I had the dentist with his knee on the chair pulling mine out. Then the week after when I could just about speak again I had another one out. Wasn't fun but great if you want to loose a few pounds. Everytime I sneezed I felt as though something at the back of my mouth was ripping apart. Luckily after about 10days I was fine. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

charlie s	nah, but i still have mine. dentist said I had to take them out years ago but I have had no problem with them. only 1 was pulled and i had no problem with that one either. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

easydovie	Well I wont scare you further but a friend of mine got one removed some time lately. He had his face swollen for weeks and then to add to it, couldn't eat a normal meal, had to mostly go for chews and soups. He was on medications (pain killers mostly) for weeks. Unless ur doing it with a professional doc and willing to go thru a little pain for maybe 2-3 weeks, I suggest you check for other options Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

chcuda9	its nothing..cause u'll be be administered local anesthasia..but will carry a swallon gum for sometime..keep ur self on cold food..will ease all ...& well if u doing away with wisdom tooth ...u better get a good dentist..if even a bit of teeth is left in behind...it sure gonna giv bad aches later...so chk the tooth when its out..ask the doc to show it... all luck.. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

loopy_legin	its fine so long as you relax the time of extraction Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Vickezo	i have had one out, not as bad as you think. you will be fine. good luck. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Southanjel	I had 3 taken out, and a biopsy sample taken from inside my mouth at the same time, that bit hurt!!! The teeth were no problem, good painkillers are a must for the first day or so.. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Joey	I had two taken out then a few years later the other two. The first time totally sucked, because one of the teeth was impacted....they needed to cut the skin over it to expose it for pulling. Then they just smashed it with pliers so it would come out in pieces. My second experience was much better. The dentist literally pulled my teeth. I mean, he got up on my chest, stuck this claw-looking thing in my mouth and pryed out my teeth like he was prying a nail out of a piece of wood. He pulled both teeth in under 30 seconds and the whole visit was about 10 minutes. Don't be scared. Just get yer butt in there and do it. Be more worried about the soreness afterward and follow all post-op instructions including the prevention of dry-sockets, etc. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

n3wjl	I had 4 done at once because I knew if he only pulled two I wouldn't go back. Here is my advice: 1. Do it on a Friday so you have the weekend to recover 2. Ask for a prescription for a relaxant to take an hour or two before. 3. Have someone take you as you can not drive yourself home. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Cleaninglady	Just tell your oral surgeon that you would like to be put under general anestheia, this way you won't know a thing. I had all 4 removed at the same time when I was 22 and I only wish I'd had it done sooner when my dentist first recommended it. My advice for the pain is to take one of your pain pills as soon as you leave the surgeon's office so that it has kicked in by the time the anestheia wears off in your mouth. I was only out of work 2 days. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No