WisdomToothExtractioninNortheastCalgary
Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are the last teeth to develop and often cause problems when there is not enough room for them to emerge properly. At Martindale Smiles, Dr. Priya Bansal and our experienced dental team perform safe, comfortable wisdom tooth extractions with sedation options to ensure a pain-free experience. We monitor patients of all ages and recommend extraction when it is the right course of action for your oral health.
When Should Wisdom Teeth Be Removed?
Wisdom tooth extraction may be recommended when teeth are impacted (trapped in the jawbone or gums), emerging at an angle and pushing against other teeth, causing crowding or shifting of adjacent teeth, partially erupted and prone to infection or decay, or causing cysts or damage to surrounding bone. Early evaluation and proactive removal can prevent complications.
The Extraction Process
The complexity of the extraction depends on the position of the tooth. For erupted wisdom teeth, a simple extraction is performed. For impacted teeth, a surgical extraction involves making a small incision in the gum tissue and may require removing a small amount of bone. We use local anesthesia and offer sedation options to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure.
What to Expect
- 1Consultation with X-rays to assess tooth position
- 2Discussion of sedation options
- 3The extraction procedure under anesthesia
- 4Post-operative instructions for recovery
- 5Follow-up appointment to monitor healing
