Wisdom Tooth Extractions
Wisdom-tooth removal—also known as— third molar extraction is a dental procedure to remove one or more of the four permanent molars at the back corners of your mouth. These teeth often emerge in late adolescence or early adulthood and may be impacted (stuck beneath bone or gums), misaligned, or crowd adjacent teeth, leading to pain, infection, or bite problems. Removing problematic third molars can relieve discomfort, prevent future dental issues, and support overall oral health.
When you choose Electric City Dentistry for your Third Molar Extractions, you can expect the following steps:
Comprehensive Consultation & Medical Review: Detailed discussion of your symptoms, oral health history, and any medical conditions or medications.
Diagnostic Imaging: Panoramic X-rays and, if needed, 3D CBCT scans to assess tooth position, root anatomy, and proximity to nerves.
Treatment Planning & Patient Education: Review of your imaging, explanation of why extraction is recommended, discussion of risks and benefits, and answers to all your questions.
Anesthesia & Comfort Management: Electric City Dentistry offers office-based IV sedation to ensure you’re completely comfortable throughout the procedure.
Surgical Extraction: For fully erupted teeth: simple removal with elevators and forceps. For impacted teeth: a small gum incision and, if necessary, gentle bone removal to release the tooth, often sectioning the tooth into pieces for safe extraction.
Site Preparation & Closure: Thorough cleaning of the socket(s), smoothing of bone edges, and placement of sterile gauze. Sutures may be used to promote optimal healing.
Post-Operative Care & Instructions: Personalized recovery plan including pain-management guidelines, recommended diet (soft foods), oral-hygiene tips, and strategies to minimize swelling and bleeding.
Follow-Up & Healing Check: Scheduled visit 1–2 weeks after surgery to remove any non-resorbable sutures, assess healing, and ensure no complications (dry socket, infection).
Long-Term Oral Health Maintenance: Guidance on restoring normal chewing, maintaining clean extraction sites, and scheduling regular dental exams to keep your mouth healthy.
What to Expect:
At Electric City Dentistry, our expert team of doctors, dentists, anesthesiologists, and hygienists combine state-of-the-art imaging, gentle surgical techniques, and attentive after-care to make your wisdom-tooth removal as smooth and comfortable as possible. Ready to put wisdom-tooth pain behind you? Contact us today to schedule your consultation.
Advantages:
Prevents overcrowding
Reduces risk of infection or decay
Helps maintain bite alignment
Aftercare:
Rest for 24–48 hours, apply cold compresses, and avoid straws or hard foods. Rinse with salt water after the first day. Follow all post-op instructions carefully.