Wisdom Teeth Removal Dentist -The Dental Anesthesia Center

If wisdom teeth are causing a problem, they could be impacted. Impacted wisdom teeth can be extremely painful and harmful to oral health.

Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars that erupt in the back corners of the upper and lower healthy adult mouth. Unfortunately, most people experience problems with wisdom teeth. In most cases, the teeth erupt too close to existing permanent teeth, causing crowding, improper bites, and other problems.

Our final set, or third molars, are called “wisdom teeth” because they are the last teeth to emerge, and a person is older when they get them; you are presumably “wiser” when those teeth appear.

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Problems With Your Wisdom Teeth

If your wisdom teeth are causing a problem, they could be impacted. Impacted wisdom teeth can be extremely painful and harmful to your oral health. Symptoms are easy to spot:

• severe discomfort
• inflammation
• certain kinds of infections

Many people need to have their wisdom teeth extracted to avoid future serious problems. The lack of four wisdom teeth does not hamper one’s ability to bite down, speak, or eat properly.

Symptoms of Impacted or Infected Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom teeth that are impacted do not always cause symptoms. However, when a wisdom tooth becomes infected, damages adjacent teeth, or causes other dental issues, you may experience the following symptoms:

• Tender or bleeding gums
• Jaw pain
• Facial swelling
• Gum swelling
• Difficulty opening your jaw
• A constant unpleasant taste in your mouth

If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your dentist right away.

Wisdom Teeth Removal

At The Dental Anesthesia Center, we will begin with an oral examination and x-rays of the mouth to evaluate the position of your wisdom teeth and predict present or future complications. Studies indicate that early evaluation and treatment often result in a better outcome for the patient.

All outpatient surgery is performed under the appropriate anesthesia to maximize patient comfort. We are Missouri’s first two board-certified dental anesthesiologists, including in the St. Louis Metro Area. However, depending on the type of extraction you may need, Dr. Hoffmann or Dr. Behl may refer you to an oral surgeon for wisdom teeth removal.