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Wisdom teeth
What are Wisdom Teeth?
Your wisdom teeth are the very back set of molars in your mouth. Wisdom teeth typically emerge in late adolescence or a patient’s early twenties but can appear earlier in some cases. Wisdom teeth removal is often necessary because wisdom teeth are likely to become impacted. Impacted teeth are teeth that don’t have enough space in the mouth to grow properly. When wisdom teeth become impacted, they can grow sideways, only emerge part way and get trapped between the bone and the gum, push the adjacent teeth, and cause other serious dental problems. In addition, impacted wisdom teeth can lead to extreme tooth pain and cause misalignment. By extracting your wisdom teeth before they impact, your dentist can spare you discomfort and relieve a severe toothache before it even starts.
Wisdom Teeth Extraction From Your Favorite Sundance Team in Farmington NM
Every patient is different, and not every patient will need wisdom teeth removal. However, for patients at risk of developing impacted wisdom teeth, we recommend performing an extraction as soon as possible at one of our several practices throughout Farmington, NM, Rio Rancho, and Bloomfield, NM. Modern dentistry allows us to detect your wisdom teeth at the optimal stage for extraction. Your dentist will work with you individually to develop the treatment plan that will best meet your individual needs.
The Wisdom Teeth Removal Procedure
We offer wisdom teeth removal in Farmington, NM, and four other locations. In most cases, your wisdom teeth will be surgically removed before erupting. Wisdom tooth extraction is a simple procedure. Before the surgery begins, we will use IV sedation to make you more comfortable, and in some cases, anesthesia might be administered. After the surgery, we will give you special care instructions for proper healing. Call us at our office today to learn more about our wisdom teeth extractions. We would be happy to answer any questions you might have or to arrange for a consultation if you are in the Farmington NM, Rio Rancho NM, Bloomfield NM, or Gallup NM area!
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions but prefer not to call? Browse our FAQs for quick answers and a better understanding of our dental office and services.
Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars that typically emerge in the late teens or early twenties. They don’t always need to be removed, but should be if they’re impacted, misaligned, or causing pain, crowding, or infection.
Common signs include jaw pain, swollen or bleeding gums, difficulty opening your mouth, or crowding of your teeth. At Sundance Dental & Orthodontics, we can use X-rays to reveal issues before symptoms appear.
Recovery typically takes a few days. You may experience swelling, soreness, and limited jaw movement, which is normal. Your dentist will provide aftercare instructions, which include eating soft foods and avoiding straws and smoking to prevent dry socket.
The procedure is done under local anesthesia, sedation, or general anesthesia, so you won’t feel a thing. Most patients experience only mild discomfort during recovery, which can be managed with over-the-counter pain medication and rest.