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Wisdom teeth are a relic of ancient people who needed a third molar for chewing the types of meats and plants available and cooked primitively then. Human heads and mouths were bigger so wisdom teeth posed no problems. Many ancient peoples saw them erupting as a sign of becoming mature and having wisdom, hence the name. Today, wisdom teeth aren’t needed and often cause major oral problems including damage to other teeth. Most dentists recommend removal
Wisdom teeth start coming in between the ages of 18 and 29. They can erupt separately or all at once.
Wisdom teeth can grow straight or impacted where they grow under the gum or into the jaw bone
Wisdom teeth can decay easily because of where they are and especially if they don’t grow correctly.
We give a local anesthesia to numb the area where dentist will do the extraction. You will feel pressure but no pain.
The healing process is generally a couple of weeks before stitches come out.
A simple extraction can be done quickie, sometimes in a half hour. Oral surgery could take over an hour.
Wisdom teeth can cause pain beyond the eruption. They are prone to cavities and infections, which can lead to more complicated procedures. Getting wisdom teeth removal in the beginning can prevent these types of problems. Our dentists are skilled and experienced for this type of procedure.
