What is meant by wisdom tooth extraction?
Wisdom teeth are the third molars that are found on each side of the upper and lower jaw. They are the last teeth to erupt and often do not erupt but remain below the gumline. Impacted, or crowded, teeth that have not erupted cause pain and swelling. The dentist or oral and maxillofacial surgeon will extract the tooth for the patients' comfort. The extraction of a wisdom tooth takes from ten minutes to one hour.
Are wisdom teeth extractions painful?
Local anaesthesia is injected before a wisdom tooth is extracted. Patients will not feel pain during the procedure. Anxious patients are given a sedative before the procedure.
What is the recovery time after wisdom teeth extractions?
It takes up to three weeks to completely recover from a wisdom tooth extraction.
When can I travel by air after having wisdom teeth extracted?
Patients can travel by air two days after having wisdom teeth extracted, after consulting with their dentist or surgeon.
What care is required after having wisdom teeth extracted?
Patients should take all prescribed medications correctly. They should gently rinse their mouth with salt water frequently. They should not rinse their mouths or brush their teeth vigorously for a few days. Patients should sleep with their head elevated. They should avoid vigorous exercise and lifting heavy objects for at least a week. They should use ice packs to reduce any swelling. They should not eat very hot or very cold food for a few days.
Why do tourists visit Vietnam?
Tourists visit Vietnam for its natural beauty, delicious cuisine, its friendly people and historic monuments that showcase its tumultuous history. Vietnam has beautiful white beaches, idyllic islands, natural caves that house large forests, quaint villages, ancient temples, sites that present the twentieth century history of Vietnam and terraced paddy fields. There are large markets selling local handicrafts, food products, fresh seafood, meat and vegetable produce and international products. Vietnam is renowned for its delicious street food. Accommodation options in Vietnam include luxury resorts and hotels, budget hotels, guesthouses and hostels.
Why do medical tourists visit Vietnam?
Hospitals and clinics in Vietnam are well-equipped and offer high quality specialist medical, dental and surgical care at affordable prices for overseas patients. The hospitals arrange packages including local transportation, a holiday, accommodation, treatments and procedures and interpreter services, if required, for medical tourists.
Does Vietnam have international airports?
Vietnam has three large international airports. These airports serve major cities in Vietnam. Hospitals offer airport transfer services as part of the medical tourism package.
What are the visa requirements for patients travelling to Vietnam for medical treatments?
There is no special medical treatment visa for tourists travelling to Vietnam for medical treatments. Medical tourists require a tourist visa to go to Vietnam for treatments. Details on how a tourist visa can be obtained are available at the website: https://vietnamvisa.govt.vn/
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