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1. The Operation: Several dentists at this practice have a lot of experience in the removal of wisdom teeth. Your tooth will be removed under local anaesthesia. This means that you will be awake, but the area around the wisdom tooth is completely numb. It is often necessary to make a small cut in the gum over the wisdom tooth and to remove some bone so that the tooth can be lifted out. Stitches are usually put in to help the gum heal. On occasions, we advise that you have the procedure done in the local oral surgery department and your dentist will have discussed this with you. *

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2. What to expect afterwards: Your jaw may feel stiff and sore, but painkillers will help to relieve discomfort. You may be given painkillers, antibiotics and mouthwash solutions to take home. Any pain, swelling or stiffness is usually at its worst two or three days after the operation and then gradually improves. If dissolvable stitches have been used, they will disappear 7 to 10 days after the operation. *

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3. Side-effects and complications The extraction of wisdom teeth is commonly performed and generally is a safe procedure. For most people, the benefits - treatment of pain, decay and infection - are greater than any disadvantages. However, in order to make an informed decision, anyone deciding whether or not to have this procedure needs to be aware of the possible side effects and the risk of complications. Side-effects These are the unwanted but usually mild and temporary effects of a successful procedure. Examples of side effects include occasional bleeding from the gums, which can last 12 hours or more. There may also be some facial swelling, pain and jaw stiffness, which can last for several days.

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4. Side-effects: These are the unwanted but usually mild and temporary effects of a successful procedure. Examples of side effects include occasional bleeding from the gums, which can last 12 hours or more. There may also be some facial swelling, pain and jaw stiffness, which can last for several days. *

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5. Complications: Complications are problems that can occur during or after the operation. Most people are not affected. The main possible complications of wisdom tooth removal are excessive bleeding during or soon after the operation and infection. Complications may require further treatment such as having another operation to stop bleeding, or antibiotics to treat an infection. Specific complications of having wisdom teeth extracted are uncommon but may include accidental damage to other teeth. Occasionally nerves in the jaw can be damaged, either by the surgery or by swelling afterwards. This can cause temporary numbness or "pins and needles" in the lower lip or tongue after lower wisdom teeth have been removed. In a small number of cases (about 1 in a hundred) this altered sensation is permanent. The risk of complications depends on the exact position of the wisdom teeth, the type of anaesthetic used and other factors such as the person's general health. Your dentist will be able to explain how these risks apply to you. Consent to Surgical Extraction of Wisdom Teeth I have read the information provided and understand to my satisfaction the treatment I’m going to receive, including the possible side effects and complications, and have had the opportunity to discuss this with my dentist. *

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For teeth in the upper arch there is a risk that following the extraction(s) a hole or pathway may be present between the maxillary sinus and oral cavity. This is because the roots of some the upper teeth end just below the floor of the sinus and sometimes actually go through the sinus floor. If this occurs during your procedure, I may need to make a small surgical repair of the hole and may place you on antibiotics and antihistamines to reduce the risk of a sinus infection. *

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6. You may also experience a painful condition known as dry socket: This occurs when the protective blood clot in the socket where the tooth was removed is dislodged, exposing and irritating nerve endings. This may be caused by failing to closely follow the post-operative instructions that I have given you. Although the condition is temporary and not harmful, it is painful and can be readily treated.

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I have been given the opportunity to ask any questions regarding the nature and purpose of crown and/or bridge treatment and have received answers to my satisfaction. I voluntarily assume any and all possibly risks including those as listed above and including risk of substantial harm, if any, which may be associated with any phase of this treatment in hopes of obtaining the desired results, which may or may not be achieved. No guarantees or promises have been made to me concerning the results. The fee(s) for service have been explained to me and are satisfactory. By signing this document, I am freely giving my consent to allow and authorize my Doctor to render any treatment necessary and/or advisable to my dental conditions including the prescribing and administering of any medications and/or anaesthetics deemed necessary to my treatment.

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