Wisdom Tooth Removal in Caringbah
Do you know why your wisdom teeth are called such? Wisdom teeth or the third molars are the last set of molars to erupt.
They appear around ages 17-25 and are named ‘wisdom teeth’ because they appear at an age you are supposed to have acquired wisdom.
But wisdom teeth do not only come with wisdom. They can also bring a number of dental issues with them. When this happens, your dentist will have to remove any problematic wisdom tooth.
At Caringbah Dental Care, our goal is to stop any possible dental issue from worsening and compromising your oral health.
Common Reasons for Wisdom Tooth Removal
The normal set of permanent teeth numbers 32, including the wisdom teeth. But, even if your third molars are not present, your biting and chewing capacities remain at their best.
A wisdom tooth may have the following issues leading to its extraction such as:
- Impaction
- Gum Flaps
- Cysts
- Alignment
Why Is It Important to Remove a Problematic Wisdom Tooth?
A problematic wisdom tooth can lead to greater oral health risks such as tooth decay, bite difficulty, dental abscess, and may even damage previous dental works.
What Does the Procedure Involve?
The extraction process takes around 45 minutes. Before the procedure, your dentist will check your medical history. You can tell your dentist if you have any medical condition. Your safety is of utmost importance.
Before extraction, your dentist will administer anaesthesia to numb your mouth. It is a completely safe procedure, but as an AHPRA requirement, your dentist will give you the option of seeking a second opinion from an equally qualified dentist.
The result of your X- ray will determine what kind of extraction takes place. Your dentist may or may not make an incision in your gums or bone to remove the tooth. If a cut is necessary, your dentist will later stitch the wound so it can heal quickly. The stitches used will dissolve after a few days. Gauze pads may be used to soak up the blood in your mouth.
Schedule a Consultation
At Caringbah Dental Care our goal is to deliver quality dentistry without compromising your safety. Our dental treatments are safe and secure and follow a guided step-by-step process to ensure that they are failsafe.
Call (02) 9524 7047 or visit us at Shop 3, 10-20 MacKay Street in Caringbah.
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Any invasive or surgical procedure may carry risks. Before moving forward, it is recommended that you seek a second opinion from an appropriately licensed medical professional.
