Extraction of the Wisdom Teeth


Unfortunately, many people have problems with wisdom teeth. Very frequently, there is not enough room for them to erupt into the arch normally, or they attempt to come in sideways or have other similar difficulties. They then become impacted, that is, impeded from normal eruption.
 

If this is the case, our advice is to have them removed at your earliest convenience. Experience has shown that complications from wisdom tooth surgery greatly increase with advancing age. If, however, they can be removed in the late teens or early twenties, complications are much milder and less likely to occur. If they are left alone, as you get older, wisdom teeth can be a source of serious, even life-threatening infections.  Don’t take those chances with your health.










What is an impacted tooth?

When a tooth is prevented from erupting into the mouth normally, it is said to be impacted. The presence of impacted teeth in the mouth is a risk factor for problems such as tooth infection, tooth abscess, cyst formation, or damage to adjacent teeth.


How are wisdom teeth removed?

Patient comfort is of utmost importance to us.  When we see a patient for removal of their wisdom teeth we make sure they are completely numb before we start the procedure.  For patient who may get anxious about the procedure, we offer sedation.

 

Dental Specialty Care is proud to serve patients in Lancaster and surrounding local communities of Palmdale, Desert View Highlands, Quartz Hill, Edwards Air Force Base, and the entire Antelope Valley in California.


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