Wisdom Teeth
Are you experiencing severe pain or discomfort because of your wisdom
teeth? Sometimes a wisdom tooth becomes impacted, or stuck below the
surface of your gums, and grows at an odd angle, possibly causing
complications. If this is the case, you may need to have your wisdom tooth
extracted. We’ll be happy to take a closer look and to advise you on possible
treatment options.
Most people have four wisdom teeth. Sometimes, due to their late emergence, there isn’t enough room in your mouth for your wisdom teeth to grow correctly. As a result, they can only partially emerge, come out at an angle, or get stuck. Wisdom teeth that grow through like this are known as impacted. Wisdom teeth removal means having one or more of the third molars (your wisdom teeth) at the back of your mouth taken out.
Wisdom teeth removal can sometimes involve a surgical procedure. Our team at Ponsonby A & E Dental are well trained in such surgical procedures. Only some complicated surgical cases are referred to a reliable Oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
Most people have four wisdom teeth. Sometimes, due to their late emergence, there isn’t enough room in your mouth for your wisdom teeth to grow correctly. As a result, they can only partially emerge, come out at an angle, or get stuck. Wisdom teeth that grow through like this are known as impacted. Wisdom teeth removal means having one or more of the third molars (your wisdom teeth) at the back of your mouth taken out.
Wisdom teeth removal can sometimes involve a surgical procedure. Our team at Ponsonby A & E Dental are well trained in such surgical procedures. Only some complicated surgical cases are referred to a reliable Oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
Need to Know
Appointments
- Two appointments.
Duration
- 30 to 90 minutes.
Recovery Time
- Two days.
Benefits
- Relief of pain.
Symptoms/Conditions
- Painful wisdom teeth.
Before Appointment
- We may require an OPG radiograph to be taken.
After Appointment
- Post op instructions will be given on the day of extraction.
- Use ice packs that prevent swelling during the first 48 hours.
- Do not smoke for as long as possible after the procedure.
- Eat a soft diet.
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Fees
- Starting from $300 to $700
Frequently Asked Questions
Wisdom teeth that do not cause you any discomfort and have erupted properly in your mouth are okay to keep. Consult with our practice about the right course of action for your wisdom teeth, because everyone’s teeth are different.
Infected and painful wisdom teeth can cause damage to adjacent teeth and also lead to life threatening infections. Wisdom teeth removal helps to avoid future complications.
Your dentist will perform a full dental examination, including a history of your symptoms and health, assessment of your teeth and gums and dental imagery including x-rays that will confirm the diagnosis of your impacted wisdom teeth.
While wisdom teeth removal is a relatively painless procedure, you will experience minor discomfort after the anaesthetic wears off. We will discuss pain control methods and set you up with any necessary prescriptions ahead of time so that you remain comfortable at home as well.
Wisdom teeth usually erupt between the ages of 17 and 25, which means that many people get their wisdom teeth extracted before they graduate high school. The longer you wait, the more complications may arise.
