Wisdom Teeth Extractions in Renton, WA

What is Wisdom Teeth Removal?

Wisdom teeth typically begin to develop around the time a person reaches adulthood. If there isn’t enough room for the teeth to come in properly, they become impacted underneath the gums. Impacted wisdom teeth will often become painful, infected, and cause damage to surrounding teeth. It is best to have these molars removed as soon as it’s found that they’re a problem.

Why would Wisdom Teeth Removal be needed?

The third molars can become an issue if they’re impacted and left in place. Over time, the wisdom teeth can become severely infected, decayed, and even push up against other teeth, causing damage to surrounding teeth as well as overcrowding.

Who is a good candidate for Wisdom Teeth Removal?

The best way to determine if removal is necessary is with a dental x-ray, which shows if any teeth are impacted and the best way to remove them. If you need your wisdom teeth removed, it is best to have the procedure done sooner rather than later.

What happens during Wisdom Teeth Removal?

The surgery begins with a consultation and examination, including x-rays. We administer a sedative of your choice and make an incision through the gums, remove the underlying wisdom tooth, and suture the gums closed. The process is repeated for any other wisdom teeth that have to be removed. Expect some pain and swelling for the first few days following oral surgery.