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.
Most people between the ages of 17 and 24 begin to grow wisdom teeth. However, in some people, the wisdom teeth don't push through the gums, which could cause pain, swelling or gum ulcers. Impacted wisdom teeth can also push on nearby teeth or damage your jawbone. If your wisdom teeth aren't coming out of your gums, then having surgery to remove them is a good idea.