Wisdom Teeth Extraction

Wisdom Teeth, also known as third molars, are the four last permanent teeth to erupt in the mouth. Located at the back corners of your mouth on the top and bottom, these teeth usually appear between the ages of 17 and 25. In most cases, Wisdom Teeth erupt naturally, just as the other molars, and cause no problems. However, if a Wisdom Tooth doesn’t have room to grow, it may result in pain, infection or other Dental problems, and you will need to have it pulled out.

Wisdom Teeth Removal

Wisdom Tooth Extraction is a surgical procedure to remove one or more wisdom teeth. Wisdom Teeth Removal is done by a Dentist, maxillofacial surgeon, or oral surgeon. In some cases, to prevent potential future problems, some Dentists recommend Wisdom Tooth Extraction even if impacted teeth aren’t currently causing problems.

Consulting Your Family Dentist at Align Dentistry & Medical Centre

Initial Consultation

Your first consultation with our Dentist will include a detailed examination and treatment plan session.
The potential risks of Wisdom Tooth Extraction will be reviewed by the Dentist.
The oral surgeon will order an X-ray image to assess the situation of the Wisdom Tooth.
If you have any infections, the surgery will have to be delayed until the infections are cleared up

Medical History

Prior to the surgery, our Dentist will need to know about your medical history, including your current medications, to find out whether there are any known surgery/anaesthesia-related problems or if you are prone to heavy bleeding.
Discontinuing prescriptions that thin the blood, such as aspirin, is necessary prior to surgery.

Indications for Extraction

Wisdom teeth extraction may need to be undertaken for adults.
There can be pain, sensitivity, cavitation of wisdom teeth.
They can also cause irritation of gums, leading to chronic ulceration.

IV Sedation

At Align Dentistry & Medical Centre, we offer IV sedation in-house, where all four wisdom teeth can be extracted at the same appointment, and the patient is still “awake but not aware” of the procedure.

How Are Wisdom Teeth Extracted?

Pre-Surgery Preparation
- It is recommended that you do not eat anything for eight hours or more before surgery.
Single Tooth Extraction
- You will be given a local anaesthetic to numb the area, and the tooth will be removed.
Multiple Teeth Extraction
- If several or all of your Wisdom Teeth are to be removed, IV sedation will be used, which will cause you to sleep through the procedure.
- Minor surgery is performed where the tissue and bone around the Wisdom Tooth are removed so that the tooth can be extracted from the socket.
- The wound is then closed with dissolvable stitches to promote the healing of the overlying tissue.
- A folded cotton gauze pad is placed over the wound to help stop the bleeding.

Post-Operative Care

Initial Recovery
- The initial recovery and healing occur over about three to five days.
- It is normal to have slight bleeding and swelling at the site.
Medication
- Medication to ease the pain is often prescribed to help with any post-operative symptoms and discomfort.
Dietary Recommendations
- You will be asked to eat soft foods for a few days and avoid hot and spicy food.
Complete Healing
- Complete healing of the gums may take three to four weeks.