Surgery & Replacement
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Also called: third molars, wisdom tooth extraction
Wisdom teeth are the third molars at the back of the mouth that often lack room to come in properly. When they are impacted or crowding other teeth, they are removed surgically. Many people have this done in their late teens or twenties.
What to expect
- Removal is done with local numbing or sedation depending on the case.
- Swelling and soreness peak in the first few days, then ease.
- Soft foods and rest help recovery over about a week.
Questions to ask a practice
- Do all of my wisdom teeth actually need to come out?
- What sedation options do you offer for the procedure?
- What does recovery look like, and how much time should I take off?
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