What it is
Wisdom tooth extraction removes wisdom teeth when they don’t have space to come through properly or are causing problems, within our oral surgery area.
When it’s recommended
Wisdom teeth usually appear between the ages of 17 and 25 and often don’t have enough space to come through properly. Extraction is recommended when there’s a lack of space, impacted teeth, repeated infections (pericoronitis) or a risk of decay due to poor access for cleaning.
Aftercare
For the first few days, a soft, cold diet, avoiding vigorous rinsing and intense physical activity, and following the prescribed medication to control inflammation and prevent infection.
- Not enough space for the wisdom tooth to come through properly
- Impacted or embedded tooth, with repeated infections (pericoronitis)
- Risk of decay in the wisdom tooth or the neighbouring tooth due to poor access for cleaning
What the process looks like
- 3D X-ray We locate the exact position of the tooth and its relationship to nearby structures such as the dental nerve.
- Extraction We remove the tooth under local anaesthesia, with digitally planned, minimally invasive techniques.
- Follow-up check-up We check the area has healed correctly at a later visit.
Frequently asked questions
Do wisdom teeth always need to be extracted?
No. It's only recommended when there's a lack of space, they're impacted, they cause repeated infections or they make it hard to keep the rest of the teeth clean.
How long does recovery take?
The main discomfort usually eases within 2-3 days with the prescribed medication. Full gum recovery takes about two weeks.
Can more than one tooth be extracted on the same day?
Yes, it's common to extract several wisdom teeth in the same session when the case allows, to reduce the number of visits and recovery periods.