What does Godiva mean? Godiva [go-di-va] as a girls' name is of Old English origin, and the meaning of Godiva is God's gift. From Godgyfu. According to the famous story, the 11th-century Lady Godiva rode through the town of Coventry naked, covered only by her long hair.
Side Effects and Risks. The most common side effect of wisdom tooth extraction is swelling. Almost all patients suffer from swollen cheeks after the surgery. This can be alleviated by keeping the head elevated and applying ice packs to the outside of the cheeks as necessary.
Some people may be more likely to get dry socket after having a tooth pulled. That includes people who: smoke. have poor oral hygiene. have wisdom teeth pulled. have greater-than-usual trauma during the tooth extraction surgery. use birth control pills. have a history of dry socket after having teeth pulled.