Does getting anesthesia for wisdom tooth extraction have any effect on the brain?

May 13, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Zhang Liwen

Introduction

Under normal circumstances, the effects of anesthetic drugs on the brain are temporary and localized, without significant impact on the entire brain. Administering anesthesia for wisdom tooth extraction is a safe and effective method that ensures patients do not feel pain or discomfort during the procedure. In tooth extraction surgery, dentists typically use local anesthetics such as lidocaine.

Under normal circumstances, the effects of anesthetic drugs on the brain are temporary and localized, without significant impact on the entire brain. The detailed analysis is as follows:

Receiving anesthesia for wisdom tooth extraction is a safe and effective method that ensures patients do not experience pain or discomfort during the procedure. In dental extractions, dentists typically use local anesthetics such as lidocaine. These medications are administered via local injection directly into the nerve area, blocking nerve signals locally and thereby achieving anesthesia. Such local anesthetics generally act only at the site of tooth removal, without affecting other body parts or organs, and do not influence the brain.

However, it should be noted that some individuals may experience adverse reactions to anesthetic drugs, such as dizziness, nausea, or vomiting. These reactions are usually short-lived and do not cause lasting effects on the brain. If severe discomfort occurs after surgery, prompt medical attention is recommended so that appropriate treatment can be provided by a healthcare professional.

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Does removing wisdom teeth hurt?

In general, patients do not feel pain during wisdom tooth extraction, although pain may occur afterward. Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, normally aid in chewing food and help promote digestion and nutrient absorption. If a wisdom tooth grows in the wrong direction, it can create periodontal gaps with the second molar, leading to food impaction, which may result in tooth inflammation and infection.

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Why do you need to remove wisdom teeth?

Under normal circumstances, wisdom teeth are a genetic remnant of human evolution and typically begin to grow between the ages of 18 and 25. Reasons for removing wisdom teeth generally include crowding, incomplete eruption, or abnormal positioning. Because wisdom teeth emerge late, other teeth have already occupied space in the dental arch, so wisdom teeth may exert pressure on surrounding teeth, leading to crowding, misalignment, or tilting of the teeth.

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What are the consequences of not removing wisdom teeth?

Impacted wisdom teeth can generally cause problems, including periodontitis, tooth misalignment, and oral infections. Due to their location at the back of the mouth, wisdom teeth are highly susceptible to bacterial infection. If not promptly removed, they may lead to periodontitis, resulting in issues such as loose teeth, gum recession, and bad breath. In severe cases of inflammation, periodontal treatment or root canal therapy might be necessary.

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Can I get my wisdom tooth pulled if my period hasn't completely ended?

"Daimei" refers to menstruation. Generally, wisdom teeth should not be extracted during menstruation. During the menstrual period, both oral and overall body immunity decrease, making the mouth more susceptible to infection after tooth extraction, which may lead to oral inflammation, gum swelling, and other issues. At the same time, women's blood clotting ability is reduced during menstruation, which may result in prolonged bleeding after tooth extraction, especially when removing wisdom teeth.