How To Prepare For Wisdom Teeth Surgery: Tips from Dental Experts

When it comes to wisdom teeth surgery, preparation is the key to a less stressful, more comfortable experience from the time you leave home for the clinic until your recovery on your own couch. Whether you’ getting them pulled because of impaction, crowding or to prevent infection, it is important to understand what to expect and how you can prepare.

Getting Wisdom Teeth Removal in Mississauga The more you know beforehand, the less anxious you will become about the Wisdom Teeth Removal In Mississauga, and you’ll be able to avoid common issues. At our practice, we emphasise patient education, safety and comfort, so we have put together some expert advice to ensure that your surgery day goes off without a hitch.

Fasting Before Surgery

Fasting is one of the most important preoperative advice. If your surgery involves sedation or general anesthesia, you will usually be directed not to eat or drink anything for 6 to 8 hours leading up to the surgery. This minimizes the risk of aspiration when sedated. Make sure you follow your oral surgeon's fasting directions carefully—don't eat or drink anything when you aren't supposed to and the procedure could end up getting rescheduled.

Medication Guidelines

Your dentist will take a medical history and medications at the time of surgery. They need to know about all prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, and supplements you are using. It may be necessary to suspend some blood-thinning medications temporarily, while others might need to be taken as usual with a sip of water. Always rely on the personal advice given to you by your dentist or oral surgeon.

Transportation Arrangements

As wisdom teeth extractions are almost always done under sedation, you will not be able to drive yourself home following the procedure. Have a responsible adult with you for a few hours after surgery, both driving you home, and then to spend time with you. This is not only for safety, but also because if you are feeling dizzy or not well after the surgery you have immediate help on hand.

What to Bring on Surgery Day

Pack a small bag with the essentials: your identification, insurance card, any necessary paperwork and a list of current medications. Loose comfortable clothes are best, and no makeup of jewelry, particularly around the mouth or the ears. Lip balm is also useful as your lips can get dry on the way.

If you’re scheduled for a wisdom teeth removal at a Dental Clinic In Mississauga, here are some preparations you should consider to feel comfortable and prepared. In our practice we provide personalized instructions, professional care, and clear communication with each patient to achieve a safe and smooth process.

To learn more about or to set up an appointment with our team– we are here for you on the journey to good oral health.