Unveiling the Secrets: Sleep or No Sleep for Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Wisdom teeth are the four permanent adult teeth located at the back corners of the mouth. Wisdom teeth often get impacted or trapped beneath the gum line, which can cause pain, infection, and other dental problems. In some cases, wisdom teeth may need to be extracted, or surgically removed, by a dentist or oral surgeon. Depending on the individual case, wisdom teeth can be extracted under local anesthesia, which numbs the area around the tooth, or under general anesthesia, which puts the patient to sleep. General anesthesia is typically only used in cases where the wisdom teeth are severely impacted or if the patient is particularly anxious about the procedure.