Wisdom teeth can often be crowded and are sucesptible to infection and decay, which can cause pain. Often, wisdom teeth need to be removed, and generally the sooner the better. At Bayview Smile Centre, our dentists provide professional removal of wisdom teeth using modern techniques and equipment to increase patient comfort, decrease healing and downtime, and ensure a stress fee experience every time. Whether your wisdom teeth are impacted, partially erupted, or causing discomfort, our experienced dental team can assess your situation and guide you through the safest treatment plan.
The term wisdom teeth refers the the third set of adult molars that typically erupt between the ages of 17-25. The reason that they can be a concern is that many people do not have enough space to accomodate them, wish can lead to:
When one or more of these issues occure, your dentist may recommend having your wisdom teeth extracted (removed).
You may need wisdom teeth removal if you experience:
Early intervention can prevent complications and make removal easier.
When wisdom teeth are fully erupted (not impacted), they are much easier to access. This type of removal is fairly simple and is often completed in a short appointment using local anaestheric (dental freezing).
When wisdom teeth are impacted or only partially erupted, they may reqiure a more surgical approach for extraction. By using advanced imaging and minimally invasive techniques, our dentists are often able to minimize discomfort and reduce recovery time.
For many people, the idea of having their wisdom teeth removed can be frightening. We completely understand that not everyone is comfortable with the idea of having teeth pulled. At Bayview Smile Centre, we offer several sedation options for your comfort.
Your comfort and safety are closely monitored throughout the procedure.
We will thoroughly examine your wisdom teeth using digital xrays or 3D imaging. This allows us to deteriming the exact position and whether or not the teeth are impacted.
We will clearly explain our recommended treatment, including all options for sedation, expectations for the day of the appointment and recovery, as well as fees (and any insurance concerns).
Your extraction procedure will be performed by one of our surgical dentists, using state of the art techniques to minimize trauma and speed up the healing process.
After your extraction appointment, you will be given clear and detailed instructions to promote healing and reduce the risk of swelling or post-operative discomfort.
Most patients are able to return to normal activities within a few days.
Typical recovery includes:
We provide full aftercare support and are always available if questions or complications arise.
Our goal is to make wisdom teeth removal as smooth, predictable, and comfortable as possible.
During the procedure, you will not feel any pain due to the anaesthesia or sedation. There is generally some discomfort after the procedure, but it is usually mids and easily managed with medication.
For the most part, a wisdom teeth extraction appointment will take 30-60 minutes, depending on the complexity and number of extractions. Most wisdom teeth removals take 30–60 minutes, depending on complexity.
Wisdom teeth do not always require extraction. Removal is recommended only if there is a reason that we can foresee pain, infection, or long term damage.
Most dental plans do cover extractions. There may be concerns about the coverage for sedation or an annual maximum being reached. Our experienced team can help you to navigate your insurance benefirs.
If you’re experiencing pain or want to proactively address potential wisdom teeth issues, Bayview Smile Centre is here to help.
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