No. Many people keep their wisdom teeth without problems. Others have repeated pain, infection or decay because there isn’t enough room. The decision depends on what’s actually happening in your mouth.
An examination and x-ray show the position of the teeth and whether they’re causing trouble.
Healthy, well-positioned teeth can often be left and checked at routine visits.
Many wisdom teeth can be removed at the practice under local anaesthetic, with sedation if you want it.
Some deeply impacted teeth close to nerves are better managed elsewhere. We’ll explain why.
Bite on gauze, avoid rinsing, spitting, straws and smoking, and keep your head raised.
Swelling and stiffness usually peak around day two or three. Follow your written aftercare.
Ring us if pain gets worse after a few days, as this can be a sign of dry socket.
Wisdom tooth removal is one of the most common reasons people choose IV sedation. A visiting sedationist monitors you throughout, and you’ll need someone to take you home.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. This page is general information only and not a substitute for an examination. Individual results vary.
It varies with the tooth’s position. We’ll give you an idea at the assessment.
Sometimes it makes sense, sometimes not. It depends on which teeth are causing problems.
Many extras policies contribute. We’ll give you item numbers to check.
Book an examination and x-ray. We’ll tell you whether they need to come out.