Wisdom Teeth Removal
Wisdom teeth won’t make you smarter. They’re called that because they usually come in when you’re older, around ages 17 to 21. These teeth are in the very back of your mouth. You get two on top and two on the bottom as part of a complete set of 32 adult teeth.
about Wisdom teeth
They are known as the third molars, located at the back of the mouth. They may be fully erupted or impacted. Not everyone has a wisdom tooth though, in fact they are the most commonly missing tooth!
The Problem
Lower wisdom teeth are usually located in the vicinity of vital structures like nerves of the jaw, which supply sensation and taste. Not respecting these structures can sometimes lead to unfortunate outcomes.
Why do we take them out?
Because they are right at the back of the mouth and difficult to keep clean, they may cause:
- Pain
- Damage to other teeth
- Gum swelling and infections
- Cysts and Tumours
- Extensive Tooth Decay
Our Solution
Sometimes, 2D X-rays are not good enough (especially when they suggest wisdom teeth to be intimately related to the nerves). Therefore, whenever necessary, we are able to take 3D X-rays to precisely locate the position of the jaw nerves, in order to avoid them.
How do we take them out?
- For fully erupted wisdom teeth, usually we can remove them non-surgically
- For impacted (‘senget’) wisdom teeth, a minimally invasive surgery is required. This is usually done under local anaesthesia on the same day, with the option of sedation for nervous patients
- For a more detailed explanation on how surgery is conducted
Our Commitment to Your Smile
Track Record
Feel free to refer to the experiences of others who have had their wisdom teeth removed.
Technology
In cases where the wisdom tooth is near a nerve on a 2D X-ray, our clinic takes a 3D X-ray to precisely locate the nerve and avoid damage.
Technique
5x Magnification Loupes are used for visual clarity, allowing for the conservative removal of surrounding bone, whilst simultaneously avoiding vital structures like nerves.
