Find Pain Relief with Surgical Removal of Erupted Tooth

If you live in Manteca, Stockton, Modesto, or Tracy, California, and you’re suffering from the pain of your wisdom teeth erupting, you may need immediate attention. Schedule an appointment with a dentist who can answer your questions about your options, such as surgical removal at Family Dental Center of Manteca. Understanding the reasons behind wisdom teeth removal can help you make informed decisions about your oral health. 

Do I Have to Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Also known as “third molars,” wisdom teeth are the last developing teeth in your mouth. Usually, as these teeth begin to erupt through the gums, you will experience some pain. In some cases, this pain can be excruciating. People usually start to feel wisdom tooth pain in their late teens or early 20s. 

There are scenarios in which wisdom teeth grow without issues. However, if your wisdom teeth are impacted or growing at an angle, you need to have them removed. Here are some of the reasons you may want to have your wisdom teeth removed if you’re experiencing pain:

• When wisdom teeth grow in, they can overcrowd your other teeth, creating orthodontic problems
• Wisdom teeth removal will decrease the risk of tumors, jaw damage, and cysts

Types of Wisdom Tooth Removal Surgeries

There are three types of wisdom teeth removal options, and the one you need will depend on your unique situation. 

• Extraction: Wisdom teeth can commonly be removed with a simple extraction. The procedure is performed by removing the wisdom tooth from its socket
• Partial extraction: When a wisdom tooth has just started to erupt, the dentist may need to make a small incision to remove the tooth
• Impacted tooth removal: Impacted wisdom teeth are problematic because the teeth are completely buried under the gumline. When this happens, the tooth will need to be surgically removed. For this procedure, the dentist will cut an incision in the gum tissue and break up the tooth before it’s removed. Because this is a surgical procedure, the recovery and healing time is longer

Surgical Removal of Erupted Tooth

If you’re suffering pain from your wisdom teeth starting to erupt, we are here to help. Give us a call at (209) 420-1205 or request an appointment online today.