Wisdom Teeth
Wisdom teeth are the last molars to come through, usually in the late teens or early twenties. Some cause no trouble at all — others need to come out.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
When wisdom teeth cause problems
If there isn't enough room, wisdom teeth can come through at an angle, only partly erupt, or stay stuck under the gum. This can lead to:
- Infection and swelling around a partly erupted tooth
- Pain, jaw stiffness or feeling unwell
- Decay or gum disease, because they're hard to clean
- Damage to the neighbouring tooth
How we assess them
We'll examine your mouth and take an X-ray (usually an OPG) to see how your wisdom teeth are sitting. If removal is recommended, we'll explain why, what's involved, the risks, and the costs.
Straightforward extractions can be done here under local anaesthetic. For more complex cases, or if you'd prefer to be asleep, we may refer you to an oral surgeon.
After the extraction
We'll give you aftercare instructions to take home. Some swelling and discomfort for a few days is normal. Call us if you're worried about anything while you heal.
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