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.
Great place. Dr Thoms was wonderful, and checked in later in the day to see how I was doing—despite being about to catch a flight, he wanted to make sure I was alright. The nurses were lovely and very accommodating. Thanks for making my wisdom teeth removal under anesthesia so “painless”!
My dental appointment was absolutely amazing! Dr. Behl and Laina performed a thorough examination and cleaning! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind review! We appreciate your feedback and are glad you had a positive experience.
I highly recommend the Dental Anesthesia Center. The best dental care, knowledgeable, efficient, state of the art facilities, friendly, painless, AWESOME! Laina is my hygienist and she is very thorough!! Dr Hoffmann has always done my dental work and he is truly amazing, I never feel a thing!
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Thank you so much for your kind review! I'm glad to hear that you have had such a pleasant experience!
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Dr. Hoffman and his staff are very good at making the experience for my special needs son, as easy and non stressful as possible for him. It's not easy handling him sometimes but Dr. Hoffman has compassion and grace towards my son and takes his time and doesn't rush thru. I appreciate him and his staff as always and highly recommend this office especially when you need that extra care with dental needs.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We appreciate your trust in our team and are grateful to be part of providing a positive experience for families in our care.
We had a very positive experience with Dental Anesthesia Center. Dr. Thoms and his entire staff were kind, patient, and understanding throughout the entire process. My child has special needs, and as an anxious mom, I truly appreciated how compassionate and reassuring everyone was.
We were referred to Dr. Thoms by our child’s dentist, and they took the time to explain everything while genuinely wanting to do what was best for my son. Communication was excellent throughout the procedure, which helped ease a lot of my anxiety. The office staff, including the ladies who handled the payment process, were just as kind and helpful, and I never felt pressured when discussing treatment or costs.
The cost was more than we anticipated and definitely an unexpected expense, but my child’s needs always come first. Most importantly, my son seemed very comfortable afterward, did not appear to be in pain, and was eating an hour after the procedure.
I don’t give perfect scores lightly, but I would absolutely recommend Dr. Thoms and his team to other families, especially parents of children with special needs.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your thoughtful review and kind words. We’re grateful for the opportunity to provide care and appreciate you trusting our team. Wishing you and your family all the best!
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.
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The first two board-certified Dentist Anesthesiologists in the state of Missouri.
