Wisdom Tooth Extractions – Dallas, TX
Wisdom Tooth Removal Made Easy
At Midtown Family Dentistry of Dallas, we’re happy to treat patients of all ages and whole families! This includes teenagers and young adults, who may be experiencing the eruption of their wisdom teeth. While a patient’s mouth may be able to accommodate these late arrivals, this isn’t usually the case and wisdom teeth often threaten the continuing health of surrounding teeth. In order to prevent these issues, our dentists may recommend an extraction procedure. If you or your child is in need of help, don’t hesitate to contact our dental office to schedule an evaluation to learn more about wisdom tooth extractions in Dallas, TX.
Why Choose Midtown Family Dentistry of Dallas for Wisdom Tooth Extractions?
- Calm & Welcoming Dental Office
- Sedation Dentistry for Fear-Free Treatment
- Experienced & Compassionate Dentists
What are Wisdom Teeth?
Like many patients, you may have heard of wisdom teeth over the years, even though you aren’t exactly sure what they are. The short answer is that wisdom teeth are the third set of molars. Since they typically don’t make an appearance until young adulthood (most often between the ages of 16 through 25), they’ve earned the nickname “wisdom” teeth.
Why Do Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Removed?
Since your molars serve an important purpose, you might be wondering why wisdom teeth need to be removed. They don’t always! However, there are some cases where there simply isn’t enough room, or where the third set of molars would cause problems, like an increased risk of tooth decay. If that’s the case for you, then we recommend having them removed in order to preserve the look, health, and function of your smile.
What to Expect from the Wisdom Teeth Procedure
Depending on the circumstances at hand, the removal of wisdom teeth can be very simple or more complex in nature. It depends on how exposed the wisdom teeth are and whether or not they’re impacted (trapped underneath the jaw and gum tissue), which will require some additional incisions for a safe extraction process. We may also need to break down the tooth into several pieces as well. Rest assured that our team will always make patient comfort a top priority before beginning any procedure.
Recovering from Wisdom Teeth Extraction
You might think of watching Netflix and eating ice cream when you think of recovering from wisdom tooth extractions. While getting rest is certainly important, it’s also crucial that you:
- Change the gauze as needed
- Take OTC pain medication as directed
- Use a cold compress to alleviate inflammation
- Keep your mouth clean
- Eat soft, healthy foods, like oatmeal and scrambled eggs
- Don’t spit, smoke, or use a straw
If you’d like additional information on wisdom tooth extractions, including the factors that play a role in the cost, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our Dallas dental team!
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