Wisdom Teeth Removal
Are You Experiencing Pain Due to Wisdom Teeth?
Wisdom teeth can cause pain, impacting your quality of life. Our skilled oral surgeon can help. Contact our Orland Park dental practice today to request a consultation and see if wisdom teeth removal can help ease your pain and symptoms.
What Are Impacted Wisdom Teeth?
Wisdom teeth (third molars) are the very last set of molars to erupt. Typically, they grow in during your late teenage years or your early 20s. Impacted wisdom teeth occur when your third molars are partially or fully trapped beneath your gums (and jawbone tissue, in some cases). Impacted wisdom teeth can cause oral health concerns like infection, gum disease, misalignment, and more problems if the situation is not addressed. There are three primary types of impaction that often call for wisdom tooth removal:
Horizontal impactions occur when your wisdom tooth is completely beneath the gums, in a sideways position. This impacted tooth can push against the adjacent tooth, causing pain and misalignment. Overcrowding and misalignment from an impacted tooth can result in a need for costly orthodontic work to restore your smile.
This is the only type of impaction that may not require extraction. Vertical impactions involve the wisdom tooth being in the correct position to break through the gums, but it remains beneath the gum tissue. If your jaw can accommodate this third molar, there may be no need for extraction.
Distal and mesial impactions are the two types of angular impactions. With a distal impaction, your wisdom tooth is angled towards the back of your mouth and may be fully or partially impacted. With a mesial impaction, your wisdom tooth is angled toward the front of your mouth and pushing against your adjacent teeth.
Are Impacted Wisdom
Teeth Damaging Your Smile?
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New Patient Special
Impacted wisdom teeth can lead to many oral health issues, including damage to your other teeth. Dr. Akhras can perform wisdom teeth removal to protect your smile's appearance, function, and health. To make the cost of treatment more affordable, we offer new patient specials on initial exams. Contact our Orland Park dental office today to request your wisdom tooth extraction consultation.
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2023
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View on GoogleThe Cost Of Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Pricing for wisdom teeth removal varies depending on the level of impaction. You will first come in for a consult that includes an $80 panoramic X-ray and a $20 exam fee. Based on this information, our dentist can estimate the cost of your procedure. Sedation is available for an additional fee. Our dental practice accepts most insurance plans, and we also offer CareCredit® financing to help break your cost into manageable, monthly payments.
What Problems Can Be Solved By Removing Wisdom Teeth?
Sometimes a wisdom tooth can erupt abnormally, leading to partial or full impaction. This can lead to a number of oral health issues, including:
If the teeth erupt sideways, they can put excessive pressure on the neighboring teeth. This can ultimately lead to discomfort, shifting, and bite problems.
Wisdom teeth can be difficult to clean properly, especially if they are impacted. This makes you far more susceptible to tooth decay and periodontal disease.
The upper molars sit close to the maxillary sinus. If the wisdom teeth are problematic, it can cause sinus pain, pressure, and congestion.
Sometimes a cyst can form around the roots of a wisdom tooth. Left untreated, this infection can spread to other areas.
Take a Look
AT HOW WISDOM TEETH CAN CAUSE OVERCROWDING
In many cases, the small size of the jaw can become an issue when the wisdom teeth begin to come in. Even if the wisdom teeth erupt properly, they can cause your other teeth to shift. This can lead to misaligned teeth, which can also cause pain in the temporomandibular joints (TMJs). Extraction can prevent these issues.
The Many Benefits Of Wisdom Teeth Removal
Save Money
Wisdom tooth removal is often covered at least partially by insurance. However, if you leave your wisdom tooth unchecked and further problems develop, the need for treatments like orthodontics could cost you far more than wisdom tooth removal.
Protect Your Oral Health
Your wisdom teeth are in the very back of your mouth, making it more difficult to brush and floss them properly. This can allow bacteria to build up around the wisdom tooth and lead to tooth decay and painful gum infections.
Relieve Pain
When your wisdom teeth are impacted, it can cause pain to the surrounding teeth and make chewing difficult. Wisdom tooth extraction can relieve the pain that impacted teeth cause when they push against your neighboring teeth.
Still Have Your Wisdom Teeth? Request a Consultation
At Premier Dental & Implant Center, our team is dedicated to providing top-tier, compassionate care to you and your family. That is why we utilize the latest, most advanced dental technologies for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
We offer fully customized treatment plans for patients of all ages. Our doctors also provide sedation options when necessary to achieve comfort and relaxation during procedures.
No matter what your oral health needs are, we can help. To schedule a visit at our Orland Park, IL, office, contact us online or give us a call at:
(708) 873-9709
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Orland Park, IL
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View on GoogleWisdom Tooth Removal What To Expect During Your Procedure
The first step is to contact our Orland Park practice and request your wisdom tooth removal consultation. Our oral surgeon will examine your teeth to confirm the cause of your symptoms and suggest wisdom tooth extraction if necessary.
Day of Oral Surgery
"Our Orland Park practice offers sedation for patients who feel anxious about wisdom tooth removal."
Do I Need to Replace My Extracted Wisdom Teeth?
No! While it definitely pays to consider a dental implant-supported replacement for any other permanent tooth, you don't need your wisdom teeth for proper oral function or health. Of course, if an impacted wisdom tooth has compromised a neighboring tooth to the point of needing replacement, we can create a plan incorporating dental implants and more to completely restore the health, balance, function, and appearance of your smile. Our practice excels at providing dental implants and natural-looking restorations.
Why Orland Park Chooses Us
"Went there and was such an easy process. Dr. Akhras is the absolute best and truly cares about his patients. He is extremely knowledgeable and was able to answer any questions I had with no issues. His staff was also extremely friendly and helpful!"
Anxious About Treatment? WE OFFER SEDATION
Dentists at our Orland Park, IL, office can provide sedation options during wisdom teeth removal, dental implant placement, and other procedures for optimal comfort. Patients can choose from oral sedatives or IV sedation. We also work alongside a board-certified anesthesiologist when necessary. Dental visits do not have to be stressful. Ask your doctor which option is right for you.
Do You Need a Wisdom Tooth Extraction? Contact Our Orland Park Dental Practice Today
Don't let a fear of the dentist stop you from getting the treatment you need. Through sedation dentistry, Dr. Akhras can provide you with expert dental care that is virtually painless. An impacted wisdom tooth can damage your surrounding teeth and lead to further oral health issues. Do not hesitate to seek treatment.
Dr. Akhras and our entire dental team take pride in making each visit as stress-free as possible. Our state-of-the-art dental office in Orland Park houses luxury amenities to keep you and your family comfortable throughout your appointment.
Contact our practice for quality, compassionate care.
(708) 873-9709
We Provide Quality Results
"My 19 year old daughter is a very anxious dental patient. From the moment we came for the consult through the procedure and follow up, she was comfortable and we felt well taken care of. The entire staff goes above and beyond to help you feel comfortable and genuinely cared for! They explain everything that needs to be done instead of surprising you later with regards to time to complete, cost, etc." Tracie McDaniel
Prevent Dry Sockets
HOW TO AVOID THIS PAINFUL SIDE EFFECT
A dry socket occurs when the blood clot covering the treatment area is either dislodged or dissolves too soon, exposing the underlying bone and nerves. This exposure causes intense pain for the patient. You can prevent this painful side effect by following your dentist's aftercare instructions and avoiding actions like drinking through a straw, brushing the extraction site, and eating crunchy foods for the first 24-48 hours following the extraction.
The Side Effects Of Wisdom Teeth Removal
Our dental team will provide patient education during your wisdom teeth removal consultation to make sure you understand how to take the right aftercare measures. It's important to know which side effects of wisdom teeth removal are normal, and which signal the need for medical intervention. Let's take a look:
Discomfort
You may feel minor discomfort following your procedure, which can be managed with over-the-counter medication. Any resulting discomfort should diminish within a few days.
Swelling
Swelling and bruising are common side effects for the first few days following the extraction. Over-the-counter medication and a cold compress can help reduce any swelling or bruising.
Bleeding
We will give you gauze to take home following your extraction. Replace this gauze regularly to aid in blood clot formation.
Bad Taste
A bad taste in your mouth could be a sign of a dry socket. Contact our practice right away if you notice a bad taste or intense pain near the extraction site.
Complications
Contact our dental practice right away if you develop a fever, have intense pain, or you have difficulty swallowing. You should also contact us if you have severe pain that does not subside with medication, or swelling that worsens after the third or fourth day.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wisdom Teeth Removal
Q. Does wisdom teeth removal hurt?
A. No. Your oral surgeon will thoroughly numb the area before removal begins. Our office in Orland Park, IL, also offers sedation options to ensure you are completely comfortable during treatment.
Q. Is removal easier the younger I am?
A. Many dentists and oral surgeons recommend removal at an early age. This is due to the jawbone hardening and the wisdom teeth becoming anchored as you grow. As you age, it may become more difficult to remove the wisdom teeth. Early removal can reduce the risk of complications during the removal process.
Q. How long does it take for the socket to close?
A. This will vary, but it typically takes about six weeks for the socket to close. You will have an indentation at the site, but this generally fills in within a few months following wisdom teeth removal.
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