Wisdom teeth?

As an adult, I fear having my wisdom teeth removed and being under anesthesia when they're surgically removed. Is there anyone out there that can describe to me what the procedure is, and what I can do to speed the recovery process along? I'm fearful, and deafly afraid of surgery and the medical community. My experience have taught me that doctors are human too, and prone to mistakes as a result. Can anyone here give me some comforting words?

Wisdom teeth?
I had my wisdom teeth out a couple of years ago, and I had the same problems as you. Unfortunately, I also have a very high tolerance to pain meds and anestethia. lol.





I was apprehensive for a couple of days before....of course didn't sleep the night before. I had my procedure in the morning, so I didn't have to think about it all day. They tell you not to eat anything for 12 hours before....or I guess you can vomit while under. I got up the next morning, and took a double dose of Valium (they perscribed it to me because I was so anxious). I got to the office, and they took me in to a little room to ask some questions, and I started sobbing really loud. lol. The surgeon asked If I had had anything to eat or drink, and I just said valium. He asked me how much, I told him, and he said "how is it that you're even talking to me right now?". So....they delayed my surgery an hour so they could call in a specialist. When he finally got there, I was led back into a little room with the dental chair. There were several people in the room busying themselves with various things. (I was still crying...btw). They put in the IV (didn't even notice it)....and they put some oxygen in my nose (that tube that wraps around your ears....). Then the doctor said "I'm going to give you the medicine that makes you forget now". When I woke up, I was still crying, and I was confused about why I couldn't talk (I had gauze in my mouth, and it was numb). They took me in another room to let me recover, and then I walked out to the car and my husband drove me home. Then I slept for three days....lol. They gave me Percodan for the days after, but with my tolerance, it wasn't enough....so I would make myself a little gin/percodan cocktail, and then sleep for 4 hours. I was sore, I was swollen, and I was sleepy....but man was I relieved.





I told you all of that so you kind of know what's going to happen a little better. It's really not that bad...I promise. You wake up and the sense of relief of so strong that you forget why you were upset in the first place.





Also, did you know that they don't have to put you under? You can opt to be numb the whole time...if you like. You'll have to go through the drilling and cracking while awake....but maybe that would help you a little?
Reply:All I remember is it hurt really bad for a week or so then it wasnt bad at all. Put ice on your cheeks to help with swelling and dont drink out of a straw. Good luck
Reply:Find out if your dentists has a tape or CD player. Many do. Put on relaxing music. Tell the dentist to pump you full of joy juice and just do his thing. When my left side teeth were taken out the dentist gave me a play by play action of what was going on. The second time I put the headphones on and spaced out to my music.
Reply:I had all four of my removed at once didnt feel a thing. They gave me pain meds but did not really need any. It really is not that bad unless you get dry socket but that is unlikely better do it or you will have problems later on.
Reply:I'm a youngster, and i had my wisdom teeth removed when I was about 12-13. I was under laughing gas which pretty much did nothing. I lie down awake while they took them out and was mildly afraid. When you recover, eat a lot of jello. DON'T B SCARED. I'm not going to lie, it sucks a bit, but you should be glad you are going to be unconscious. The surgery is only in your mouth, and it is a procedure that is done thousands and thousands of times every day. Most surgeons have done it more times than can be counted on 30 hands and toes. You are probably in good hands. I had my tonsils removed which are in my throat (more risk of problems). I had them removed, its been a few years, I'm fine now, and so are many others i know who have had the surgery. You will be fine, just relax and have a nice nap while they do the surgery.
Reply:First of all...RELAX! You're getting yourself all psyched up over nothing. When you get to your appointment, the nurse will start an IV in your hand or arm. They'll explain the entire process to you as they go along.Once the IV is in place, you'll be given a local anesthetic that will not quite put you in a surgical coma, but more of a twilight sleep. When you wake up, everything will be over. You shouldn't be in any pain because your mouth will still be numb from the anesthetic. More than likely you'll get a prescription for some pain meds. Take them right away before the pain has a chance to return. If you follow the doctors directions, you'll be just fine.
Reply:I was lucky enough to not have bottom wisdom teeth, which I hear are harder to remove.





In any event, I was only given a local (Injection) and was sent home..did it on a friday so i had the weekend to revcover. Other than a headache after the fact, I do not remember any pain.
Reply:With the mistrust you have of health professionals, I would make sure you see an Oral Surgeon, not a dentist. This will give you the best odds of being in the presence of someone capable of handling any kind of emergency situation, AND, you will be in the hands of someone who has performed this surgery as a matter or routine.





I will not go into details regarding the surgery because it will do nothing to ease your anxiety. Believe me, sometimes ignorance IS bliss.





Sometimes, we have no choice but to put our faith in others. If it is essential that your wisdom teeth must come out, you are going to have to ultimately put your faith in an oral surgeon. Ask your friends and family who removed their wisdom teeth. Get a sesnse of who is generally favored in your community and then book a consultation. During the consultation, discuss your fears and reservations. A good oral surgeon should be able to help you relax and she should also discuss the most common risks associated with the procedure. Also, she will have your most up to date medical history, pharmaceutical history and current x-rays of your wisdom teeth. With all of that information, she should have an excellent idea of how well you will handle the procedure.





To aid in recovery, follow the surgeon's post-operative instructions. They should be clear and easy to follow. Ask that the surgeon be available to assist you should there be any complications. This can be asked during your consultation visit.





Finally, remember, countless thousands have had this procedure before you and they are all still alive to talk about it!!!
Reply:All I got was....novacaine..and the nitrous I had didnt do anything....but I got nearly a months supply of percocets :)





I hardly felt anything...its the mouth washing and jello eating after the fact which is really annoying... No biggie you'll be fine dont worry.



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