Wisdom Teeth Removal
Wisdom teeth are the third molars in the very back of your mouth. They don’t always need to be removed, but they can cause problems if they are not growing in properly. We provide advanced state-of-the-art oral surgery and wisdom teeth removal.
Wisdom Teeth Removal in Prosper, TX
Wisdom teeth, the last molars, typically emerge between ages 17 and 25. Often, they lead to complications in oral health. At our clinic, we can visually examine your wisdom teeth if they have already surfaced or utilize X-ray technology to determine whether extraction is necessary.
Removing wisdom teeth falls under oral surgery; the removal involves general anesthesia, particularly when multiple wisdom teeth are being extracted simultaneously.
Ross Dental Studio offers wisdom teeth extraction services in Prosper, TX. To ensure a comfortable experience, we provide various dental sedation methods. For further details, please contact our office.
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How do I know if my wisdom teeth need to be removed?
While every patient is different, some common signs indicate the need to have your wisdom teeth removed. These signs include:
- Impaction, i.e., if the tooth is stuck under the gums or is completely hidden. If wisdom teeth aren’t able to emerge normally, they can become trapped within your jaw, which can result in infection or cause a cyst that can damage other teeth or roots. We typically refer those with impacted wisdom teeth to another office.
- Changing bite alignment—wisdom teeth can grow at various angles in the jaw, sometimes horizontally, and this can cause a change in your bite alignment.
- Crowding or damage to existing teeth caused by wisdom teeth not having enough room to come in properly.
- Emerging only partially—if your wisdom teeth only partially emerge through the gums, it can cause a magnet for bacteria that can cause gum disease and oral infection.
Many dentists recommend removing wisdom teeth early before the roots and bone fully form and when recovery is faster.
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How do I relieve wisdom tooth pain?
As wisdom teeth grow up through your jawbone and begin to break through your gum line, they may become inflamed or bleed. This can cause headaches or tooth pain. Here are some remedies to relieve wisdom tooth pain:
- Rinse with salt water
- Use peppermint essential oils or clover oil to soothe the pain
- Take aspirin or an over-the-counter pain reliever
- Apply an ice pack or heating pad to your cheeks
More Questions?
If you have more questions about wisdom teeth removal, please contact our office and we will be happy to discuss further.
