The last four molars to emerge are named wisdom teeth as they tend to coincide with adulthood. Most people receive their wisdom teeth by their early twenties, and many have no problems with these large molars. However, there can be trouble if these molars become impacted or are too large to fit inside a smaller mouth. At Neville Dental Studio, we offer wisdom removal at our dental centers in the Scottsville, Bowling Green and Horse Cave, KY, areas.
Wisdom teeth are the largest molars and usually have four roots that need to be extracted from the jawbone. If wisdom teeth are pushing against other teeth or grow in the wrong direction, it is best to have them removed as soon as possible. Our dentists monitor wisdom teeth growth in our teen patients to determine whether they may need to be removed. It is less invasive to have wisdom teeth removed when they first emerge before the bone completes fuses to the roots. However, wisdom teeth can be removed at any point during adulthood if they become troublesome.
Wisdom Teeth Extraction Surgery
Depending on the patient, one or all four wisdom teeth can be removed at one time. Patients can choose the type of anesthesia or sedation they receive during their procedure. For one or two wisdom teeth extractions, many people only have a local anesthesia injection to numb the teeth. When all four wisdom teeth are removed, many people prefer to have sedation dentistry to help them relax during their surgery.
After wisdom teeth are removed, there is an empty socket that needs to heal. Most people will want to schedule a few days to rest and recover after their surgery. Our dental team goes over the post-surgery instructions to reduce the chances of dry sockets and other complications.
If you have wisdom teeth that need to be removed, come see our team at Neville Dental Studio. We have advanced dental technology and sedation dentistry available at our dental centers for fast, comfortable wisdom tooth extractions. Call our clinic in Scottsville, Bowling Green or Horse Cave, KY, to schedule your appointment for a wisdom tooth removal consultation.
