Wisdom Teeth in Central Northwest, Houston TX
Wisdom teeth removals are a standard procedure performed in dentistry that relieves patients of their dental pain and keeps the surrounding teeth healthy. The procedure is only required if the wisdom tooth becomes impacted or is causing pain and other dental issues.
What Are Wisdom Teeth?
Wisdom teeth are the teeth that are located at the very back of your mouth. Most adults will have four wisdom teeth, and they are typically the last teeth to come in. Wisdom teeth removals are needed when the teeth don’t have space to grow and become impacted. While not all wisdom teeth that grow in will cause problems, the procedure is widely used in dentistry. An impacted wisdom tooth is relatively common and generally causes severe pain. It’s also typical for gums to become inflamed when the teeth are overcrowded. It may quickly lead to an infection and eventually tooth loss when left untreated. Dental problems like TMD can also occur due to an impacted wisdom tooth. By having it removed, dentists can help relieve a patient from their immediate TMD pain and prevent the problem from escalating into anything serious.
Is a Wisdom Tooth Extraction Painful?
Wisdom teeth extractions are generally done under a local anesthetic, making it a pain-free and positive experience as the treated area will be numbed. If the teeth aren’t easily accessible, an incision in the gums will be made, and the tooth will be broken into pieces which can help the dentist remove it easier. After the procedure, we will prescribe pain remedies to help patients manage any pain. Recovery times will vary, but patients should expect a full recovery within a week following the procedure. During this recovery phase, the dentist will recommend that the patient sticks to a softer diet to prevent the wound from bleeding and allow for better healing.
If you need a wisdom tooth extraction in Houston, TX, come to SND Family Dental. Our dentists are highly experienced at removing wisdom teeth and can ensure a pain-free experience. Feel free to schedule an appointment if you ever need wisdom tooth removal.
FAQs
Wisdom teeth may require extraction if they are impacted, causing pain, crowding, or damaging neighboring teeth, as assessed by SND Family Dental.
Before difficulties emerge, it is common practice to have wisdom teeth extracted while the patient is in their late teens or early twenties.
Your dentist at SND Family Dental will evaluate your mouth and may recommend removal based on X-rays, symptoms, and potential future problems.
Yes, it is common for all four wisdom teeth to be extracted during a single procedure, especially if they are impacted or causing problems, as advised by Doctors.
Rinse gently with warm salt water multiple times a day and avoid using straws, which can dislodge blood clots, per SND Family Dental's post-extraction care instructions.
Wisdom teeth removal is often partially covered by dental insurance, but coverage varies. Check with your insurance provider or SND Family Dental for details.
