Wisdom tooth extraction <\/span>is one of the most common dental surgeries we perform here at Washington Court House Dental. While for some people, wisdom teeth erupt normally \u2014 just like their other molars \u2014 and cause no problems. But for most people, wisdom teeth don’t erupt properly, causing problems such as infection, pain, swelling, and stiffness, not to mention the pressure from the erupting teeth may move other teeth and disrupt the natural alignment of the teeth. In this case, a <\/span>wisdom tooth extraction<\/span> is the best option.<\/span><\/p>\n Wisdom tooth extraction<\/span> is a surgical procedure to remove one or more wisdom teeth \u2014 the four permanent adult teeth located at the back corners of your mouth. Dr.\u00a0 Michael Pappas, DDS & Dr. Taylor Landgraf, and the Washington Court House Dental team will ensure that you feel comfortable while in our care and that all of your concerns and questions have been addressed.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> If your wisdom teeth align properly, there is enough room in the mouth, and gum tissue is healthy; they do not have to be removed. However, this is rarely the case. You may need to have your wisdom teeth removed if:<\/span><\/p>\n Here’s what you can expect at your <\/span>wisdom tooth removal surgery<\/span><\/a> at Washington Court House Dental:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n It typically takes 3 to 5 days to recover from wisdom tooth extraction surgery. You may have a swollen mouth and cheeks, some mild visible bruising of your cheek, or a stiff or sore jaw during this time. <\/span><\/p>\n You can resume normal, daily activities the day after surgery, but avoid any activity that could dislodge stitches or blood clots that form in the empty tooth socket (they help the healing process). For the first 24 hours after the surgery, avoid:<\/span><\/p>\n Wisdom tooth extraction<\/span> is a routine procedure, but some potential risks include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n A simple wisdom tooth extraction costs $75\u2013$200 per tooth. However, dental insurance typically covers the cost, so you won’t have to pay out of pocket.Why Would You Need to Remove Wisdom Teeth?<\/h2>\n
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\nYou don’t need to wait for your wisdom teeth to cause problems before acting. At Washington Court House Dental<\/a>, your wisdom tooth extraction surgery is performed in an environment of optimum safety, with modern monitoring equipment and staff who are experienced in anesthesia techniques. Contact us today<\/a> to schedule your consultation!
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