Wisdom Teeth Removal
Wisdom Teeth Removal Services in Durham, NC
Wisdom teeth often need to be removed to prevent all sorts of dental problems. Also known as third molars, wisdom teeth tend to cause pain and discomfort when they come in improperly or become impacted. Read on to learn more about wisdom teeth, the removal process, and the healing process. Please feel free to contact our office with any questions or concerns you may have.
Why might I need to have my wisdom teeth removed?
Wisdom teeth are probably the most commonly troublesome teeth. They often need to be removed for a variety reasons, including some serious issues that can affect your overall oral health. Wisdom teeth may need to be removed in the instance of:
Impaction. Impacted wisdom teeth …show more content…
We use a local anesthetic to make sure the area is completely numb before completing any type of tooth extraction. In addition, we can also offer two types of dental sedation: nitrous oxide and oral medication. To learn more about our sedation options, please visit our page on relieving dental anxiety.
What kind of modern technology is used for extractions?
For complicated cases, we can use our cone beam CT scanner to view a 3D image of the tooth and the connecting nerves and tissues. This allows us to more accurately diagnose the problem and plan the extraction. We also use a specialized tool for the removal process. Rest assured knowing that the team at Sunrise Dental will use only the best tools available to complete your procedure.
What can I do after an wisdom teeth extraction to ensure proper healing?
To ensure proper healing of the extraction sites, please follow your dentist’s instructions to the letter. There are also some things you should avoid while the site is healing. Please avoid:
smoking using a straw touching the area with your finger or tongue brushing your teeth vigorously increasing the amount of stress to the area in any
Wisdom teeth often need to be removed to prevent all sorts of dental problems. Also known as third molars, wisdom teeth tend to cause pain and discomfort when they come in improperly or become impacted. Read on to learn more about wisdom teeth, the removal process, and the healing process. Please feel free to contact our office with any questions or concerns you may have.
Why might I need to have my wisdom teeth removed?
Wisdom teeth are probably the most commonly troublesome teeth. They often need to be removed for a variety reasons, including some serious issues that can affect your overall oral health. Wisdom teeth may need to be removed in the instance of:
Impaction. Impacted wisdom teeth …show more content…
We use a local anesthetic to make sure the area is completely numb before completing any type of tooth extraction. In addition, we can also offer two types of dental sedation: nitrous oxide and oral medication. To learn more about our sedation options, please visit our page on relieving dental anxiety.
What kind of modern technology is used for extractions?
For complicated cases, we can use our cone beam CT scanner to view a 3D image of the tooth and the connecting nerves and tissues. This allows us to more accurately diagnose the problem and plan the extraction. We also use a specialized tool for the removal process. Rest assured knowing that the team at Sunrise Dental will use only the best tools available to complete your procedure.
What can I do after an wisdom teeth extraction to ensure proper healing?
To ensure proper healing of the extraction sites, please follow your dentist’s instructions to the letter. There are also some things you should avoid while the site is healing. Please avoid:
smoking using a straw touching the area with your finger or tongue brushing your teeth vigorously increasing the amount of stress to the area in any