Wisdom tooth question

busiscoming2

My ds2 is having problems with a lower wisdom tooth, he has had three lots of antibiotics in the last six months. It has started to play him up again today, so he will hopefully see the dentist tommorow. Last time we were at dentist (for checkup) I questioned the frequent use of antibiotics and was told it was ok. She said there are possible complications with removing it.

It is costing him so much in dental fees and prescription charges, and who knows how long it will take the tooth to come through fully!

He is very good with his dental hygiene using both floss and mouthwash, is there anything else he can do?

Toothsmith

How old is he?

I'm guessing somewhere in his 20s with wisdom teeth problems? Does he not find it embarassing still having his mum go to the dentist with him and question his treatment?

NICE have come up with guidelines on when wisdom teeth should be taken out - but teeth giving persistant symptoms should be considered for removal. That should be balanced against where the teeth are in relation to a nerve bunldle that runs along the jaw. Taking the tooth out can sometimes cause damage to this resulting in numbness of the lip.

All the pros & cons need to be discussed with the patient to come up with the plan.

busiscoming2

He is 20, and no I dont usually go with him but last time his check up coincided with mine and my younger sons, and as I am taxi I booked them together. Our dentist calls the family in en masse!