Wisdom Teeth Removal fortitude valley

Wisdom teeth removal & infections

No one should have to suffer through the discomfort of impacted wisdom teeth. At Valley Dental, we offer pain-free and minimally invasive teeth extractions to alleviate pain and restore oral health.

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Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are the furthest set of molars found at the rear of your upper and lower jaw. They appear later in life, usually between the ages of 18 and 25; however, not everyone is born with these teeth.

If they grow into a proper position, and you have room for them, wisdom teeth are just like any other tooth and can be maintained as such. However, if your wisdom teeth do not have enough room to come out, it is very common for them to get stuck in your gums and jawbone, causing them to become impacted or infected. When impacted, it is usually recommended to have them removed to avoid issues such as infection, cavities, gum disease, and other oral health concerns.

Some symptoms of impacted teeth include swollen gums behind the last molars, jaw pain or tenderness, intense pain and soreness in the mouth (or possibly around the ear or throat) and white spots behind your rear molars, which are likely the visible tips of your new teeth breaking through your gum tissue.

what are wisdom teeth?

Wisdom teeth removal can typically be performed in the dental chair under local anesthetic, depending on the positioning of the tooth and the number of teeth that require extraction. Usually, wisdom teeth are no different to extractions of any other teeth.

When visiting us for a removal process, you can expect your appointment to look something like this. Firstly, to ensure a smooth process and your comfort throughout the extraction, local anesthetic is administered, numbing the area surrounding your wisdom tooth. other sedative options can be made available if required.

Once the area is nice and numb, your dentist will gently widen the tooth socket. The tooth is then carefully loosened from its socket by moving it from side to side until it can be completely removed. Once the tooth is fully extracted, the area is carefully sutured using dissolvable stitches, which typically dissolve within a few weeks.

removing wisdom teeth

types of impacted wisdom teeth

A mesioangular impacted tooth is the most common and occurs when the tooth grows at an angle that tilts toward the front of the mouth, pushing against the adjacent second molar.

Mesio-angular

A distoangular impacted tooth occurs when a wisdom tooth grows at an angle tilting toward the back of the mouth, away from the other teeth.

distoangular

A vertically impacted tooth grows straight up and down, aligned with neighbouring teeth, but cannot emerge due to limited space.

vertical

A horizontal impacted tooth grows horizontally, parallel to other teeth, and often requires surgical removal due to potential complications.

horizontal

Wisdom teeth FAQ

The cost of having your wisdom tooth removed varies depending on factors such as the number of teeth that need to be extracted and the complexity of the procedure. Generally, the cost for a tooth extraction starts at $249 per tooth.
In the modern context, the significance of wisdom teeth has diminished significantly due to changes in our dietary habits and cooking methods.
Although they can function as a third set of molars when they grow in correctly, their function is less prominent.
If you have a private health fund with major dental cover, they may cover a portion of the extraction costs under item numbers 311, 322 and 324.
For further information or to check if you are covered, please book a consultation or contact our practice.

If your wisdom teeth function normally without any risk of infection, they are essentially like any other tooth. However, if there's a likelihood that your later grown teeth might pose issues, it's advisable to consider their removal sooner rather than later. Removal at a younger age comes with advantages such as better healing, faster recovery, and lower associated risks compared to addressing the issue later in life.

benefits of Wisdom

tooth removal

ALLEVIATING PAIN

REDUCE INFECTION RISK

IMPROVES DENTAL HYGIENE

“at valley Dental, we have extensive training in surgical and non-surgical wisdom teeth extraction techniques, allowing for the most comfortable and gentle experience for our patients.”

- Dr bayer

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At Valley Dental, we provide you with clear post-procedure care guidelines to support a swift and safe recovery. The majority of our patients experience a full recovery within three to four days. In cases where the extraction is more complex, the healing period may extend to approximately one week. Typically, the dissolvable stitches will naturally disintegrate after a few days.

The recovery process

oral hygiene

Proper oral care after a tooth extraction is vital to ensure a quick recovery. Rinse your mouth gently with warm salt water a few times daily to keep the area clean. Continue brushing your teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush.

pain relief

After a wisdom tooth extraction, you can typically take over-the-counter pain relief medications to reduce pain and inflammation. It's essential to follow our recommendations and prescriptions for pain relief to ensure a smooth recovery.

diet

Opt for soft and easy-to-chew foods in the days following the procedure. Consider eating yogurt, smoothies, pureed soups, mashed potatoes, and well-cooked pasta. Avoid crunchy, hard, or spicy foods that could irritate the extraction site. Most importantly, don't forget to stay hydrated!

For more details, please download our Post Tooth Extraction Recovery Guide here.