WISDOM TEETH REMOVAL EPPING

Your wisdom teeth are a third set of molars that sit right at the back of your mouth. Being adult teeth, they typically emerge later in life, typically between the ages of 17-25.

These set of molar teeth should be monitored as they can sometimes cause issues due to a lack of space in the mouth, potentially leading to impaction or misalignment.

The cost of wisdom teeth removal at Dentaservice in Epping varies depending on the complexity of the case. Our team provides a detailed cost breakdown during the initial consultation, ensuring patients are fully informed about their treatment plan.

The bulk of the costs of wisdom teeth removal procedures can also be made up by the costs for your pre-surgery anaesthetics. If you select a local anaesthetic for conscious sedation, you can expect to pay less than a patient who has secured a general anaesthetic.

As wisdom teeth come in after all your other adult teeth have emerged and are now comfortably in position, the emergence of your wisdom teeth can actually result in teeth crowding. It’s also common for wisdom teeth to emerge at an angle, which can cause pain, infection and damage to other surrounding teeth.

As wisdom teeth are located in the very back of your mouth and at the edge of your gums, they can also be trickier to clean than your first and second sets of molars. Because of this, it’s more common for wisdom teeth to accrue cavities, bacterial cysts, or even periodontal disease.

Most dental patients will be able to visibly detect when their wisdom teeth are emerging. Simply look in the back of your mouth to see if any of your third molars are coming in.

Common wisdom teeth symptoms usually include:

• Pain at the back of the mouth
• Swelling
• Difficulty opening the jaw
• Sometimes even pressure headaches

Some patients have even reported feeling pain or discomfort as a result of their wisdom teeth coming in and leading to teeth crowding. If you experience any wisdom teeth pain or other symptoms, then be sure to book a wisdom teeth extraction consultation with your local dentist at your earliest convenience.

Step 1: Come in for your preliminary wisdom tooth removal consultation

• First, our dental practitioners will gather X-rays of your teeth and gums to get a clearer understanding of how your wisdom teeth are emerging. If the X-rays reveal that your wisdom teeth are emerging at an angle and may result in teeth crowding, they may recommend wisdom tooth extraction.
• If your wisdom teeth are coming in straight, however, they may suggest alternative care solutions to avoid the need to schedule a tooth extraction. 

Step 2: Come in for your wisdom tooth extraction procedure

• If your dental practitioner decides that extraction is the best solution for you, then your next appointment following your initial consultation will likely be for your wisdom tooth removal procedure.

Step 3: Come in for a follow-up examination if required

• Once your extraction has been completed, all that’s left to do is rest and recover from your procedure. This involves being gentle with your teeth and gums until all swelling and other discomfort has subsided, and you’ve been able to schedule a follow-up appointment with your dentist if it’s advised by your dental team.

Generally, you can expect to be scheduled for your wisdom teeth removal procedure less than two weeks after your preliminary consultation. In the event that an emergency dental extraction may be required, our team at Dentaservice will work with you to develop an extraction and after-care plan that tailors to your patient’s needs.

You can select between local or general anaesthetics for removing your wisdom teeth. Local anaesthetics are injected into the gum painlessly to numb the area surrounding your wisdom tooth. General anaesthesia is applied after patients have fasted for at least 6 hours prior to their wisdom tooth extraction procedure.

Our dentists discuss the best sedation options with each patient during the pre-treatment consultation to ensure a comfortable and pain-free experience.

Most patients record swelling and discomfort in the first few days immediately following their wisdom teeth removal procedure. After this initial discomfort, however, you will be able to fully heal from your wisdom tooth extraction in a matter of weeks and with little to no pain whatsoever.

At Dentaservice, we provide detailed aftercare instructions to ensure a smooth recovery for our patients.

Our team at Dentaservice recommend the following methods for ensuring your swift recovery after your wisdom tooth removal procedure:

• Use a cold pack to alleviate soreness or swelling
• Avoid chewing on the side of your mouth where the extraction occurred
• Avoid smoking tobacco or drinking alcohol during your recovery
• Avoid holding any tension in your mouth (i.e. jaw clenching) during your recovery
• Take painkillers if you require pain relief
• Brush and floss as instructed by your family dentist

If you do experience any significant pain or discomfort following your wisdom teeth removal procedure, then be sure to alert our team at Dentaservice immediately for a follow-up examination.