Wisdom teeth come in years after your adult teeth, and you don’t need them to enjoy a healthy and beautiful smile. So, if your Oatley dentist recommends extraction, don’t be concerned.
About Wisdom Tooth Removal in Oatley
If you’re fortunate, your wisdom teeth, located at the back of the mouth, erupt without incident. Other times, these teeth are problematic, partially erupting, encroaching on neighbouring teeth, leaving you in pain and at risk for infection.
If your wisdom teeth are causing problems, we will discuss extraction. Sometimes, you need only a single tooth pulled or all four. Also, extractions can be simple or surgical. In either case, we ensure the treatment site is anaesthetised before removal. You may feel pressure, but you should not experience oral pain.
After extraction, your dentist provides instructions for at-home care, including a soft-food diet for the first few days and instructions not to smoke. Smoking can dislodge the healing clot and lead to a painful condition called dry socket.
Following your dentist’s instructions typically leads to prompt recovery.
For Dental Extractions, We Welcome Your Call
If you have pain and pressure in your jaw or notice a tooth trying to erupt at the back of the mouth, we encourage you to book a wisdom tooth consultation with the dentist today.