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popo · 04-10-2005, 08:39 PM

Seige: I hope this hasn't been posted before... but my wisdom teeth have started to come in. No big deal, but it seems as though the upper right one may either slightly crooked or too big (can that happen?!). I'm lead to believe this, because whenever i chew food, the upper right molar ends up slightly rubbing my inner cheek, which makes it feel like i'm biting it..=(

Sounds like they'll need to come out. Not a big deal.

Cudaboy: I want to say thankyou for allowing us to ask ? It is really a big help to a person who is severly dds phobic amonx other things.
I do have a fiew questions hopefully the answers will help calm me down.

I saw someone mentioned sedation dentistry. And that it is just a pill. What is the pill made of (meaning medication)

Also with implants is it true they actually drill the Jaw bone then screw the stud into the jaw . what type of sensetivity can be expected after everything is done.
Lastly after a tooth dies is extraction easier.

thanks much

Sedation dentistry can mean different things. It can mean that a pill is used to make you a bit drowsy. The pill(s) is/are typically Halcion (triazolam), a drug similar to Valium but better for short term use. Otherwise, IV sedation can be used typically with Versed and Fentanyl, sometimes with Propofol. All are safe if the dentist has training, which they must have in order to use these drugs.

Yes, that's how an implant is placed. Surprisingly, it doesn't cause much discomfort at all unless more invasive procedures such as bone grafting is also needed. I've had many implant patients jokingly ask to see the xray to prove that I actually placed the implant.

When a tooth dies, it actually makes extraction more difficult b/c the tooth tends to break more easily.

StormBerlin: Ok, to start, I haven't seen a dentist since I was about eight (I'm 19 now). The other day I noticed that I had a little plaque buildup on one of my lower molars. So I tried to scrape it off with my finger nail, and it kind of broke in. Now there's a little hole where that plaque used to be and when I touch that space with my fingernail, it's really tender. I know I need to see a dentist about it, but they scare the shit out of me. So i'm wondering if this is something that needs urgent care.

Not much of a choice here. You need to see a dentist. I have no idea about your tooth without seeing it but I'm pretty sure you need to be treated. If you really are scared, go see a pediatric dentist to get started. Explain that you're scared to death and they may see you even though you're 19. Really, look for someone who deals with frightened patients and GO THERE! I hate to say it but you'll likely regret it one day if you don't.

Good luck!

04-10-2005, 08:39 PM	#191 (permalink)
popo Psycho	Seige: I hope this hasn't been posted before... but my wisdom teeth have started to come in. No big deal, but it seems as though the upper right one may either slightly crooked or too big (can that happen?!). I'm lead to believe this, because whenever i chew food, the upper right molar ends up slightly rubbing my inner cheek, which makes it feel like i'm biting it..=( Sounds like they'll need to come out. Not a big deal. Cudaboy: I want to say thankyou for allowing us to ask ? It is really a big help to a person who is severly dds phobic amonx other things. I do have a fiew questions hopefully the answers will help calm me down. I saw someone mentioned sedation dentistry. And that it is just a pill. What is the pill made of (meaning medication) Also with implants is it true they actually drill the Jaw bone then screw the stud into the jaw . what type of sensetivity can be expected after everything is done. Lastly after a tooth dies is extraction easier. thanks much Sedation dentistry can mean different things. It can mean that a pill is used to make you a bit drowsy. The pill(s) is/are typically Halcion (triazolam), a drug similar to Valium but better for short term use. Otherwise, IV sedation can be used typically with Versed and Fentanyl, sometimes with Propofol. All are safe if the dentist has training, which they must have in order to use these drugs. Yes, that's how an implant is placed. Surprisingly, it doesn't cause much discomfort at all unless more invasive procedures such as bone grafting is also needed. I've had many implant patients jokingly ask to see the xray to prove that I actually placed the implant. When a tooth dies, it actually makes extraction more difficult b/c the tooth tends to break more easily. StormBerlin: Ok, to start, I haven't seen a dentist since I was about eight (I'm 19 now). The other day I noticed that I had a little plaque buildup on one of my lower molars. So I tried to scrape it off with my finger nail, and it kind of broke in. Now there's a little hole where that plaque used to be and when I touch that space with my fingernail, it's really tender. I know I need to see a dentist about it, but they scare the shit out of me. So i'm wondering if this is something that needs urgent care. Not much of a choice here. You need to see a dentist. I have no idea about your tooth without seeing it but I'm pretty sure you need to be treated. If you really are scared, go see a pediatric dentist to get started. Explain that you're scared to death and they may see you even though you're 19. Really, look for someone who deals with frightened patients and GO THERE! I hate to say it but you'll likely regret it one day if you don't. Good luck!