What it is
Extraction removes a tooth that cannot be saved, or an impacted wisdom tooth causing pain, infection or crowding.
Who needs it
Patients with grossly decayed, fractured, mobile or impacted teeth, or those needing space before orthodontic treatment.
Procedure overview
- 1Clinical exam and X-ray / CBCT for impacted teeth
- 2Local anaesthesia
- 3Atraumatic removal, sectioning the tooth if required
- 4Socket cleaning and suturing where needed
Aftercare
- Bite on gauze for 30–45 minutes
- No spitting, rinsing or straws for 24 hours
- Cold compress on the cheek and soft, lukewarm food for 2 days
Frequently asked questions
Is wisdom tooth removal risky?
Pre-operative CBCT imaging maps the nerve position precisely, which makes planned surgical removal predictable and safe.
How long is recovery?
Most patients are comfortable within 2–3 days; surgical wisdom tooth sites settle in about a week.