At Avocado Family Dentistry, we specialize in the safe and effective removal of wisdom teeth, ensuring your comfort and oral health are maintained. Our expert team, led by Dr. Kashou, is proficient in oral and maxillofacial surgery, equipped to handle complex tooth extractions, including impacted wisdom teeth, and provide comprehensive aftercare.
Wisdom Teeth Removal in El Cajon
Join us at our El Cajon, CA, facility near San Diego for a consultation on wisdom tooth extraction. We’re committed to guiding you smoothly through this crucial oral surgery with care and precision. Contact us today to schedule your appointment and take the first step towards alleviating wisdom tooth pain and securing your optimal oral health.
Why Do I Need Wisdom Teeth Removal?
Wisdom teeth removal is a common oral and maxillofacial surgery often necessary due to the lack of space in the jaw for these third molars to emerge properly. As humans have evolved, our diets have become softer, reducing the need for these extra teeth and diminishing the size of our jaws, yet wisdom teeth continue to form. When there is insufficient space for them to erupt, they can become impacted, meaning they are unable to break through the gum line correctly, leading to a variety of potential issues that necessitate their removal:
- Pain and Discomfort: As wisdom teeth attempt to emerge in a crowded mouth, they can cause significant pain and discomfort.
- Infection: Partially erupted wisdom teeth create openings for bacteria to enter, leading to infections that affect not only the teeth but also the surrounding gum tissue.
- Damage to Adjacent Teeth: Wisdom teeth can push against neighboring teeth, causing misalignment and damage.
- Cysts or Tumors: Impacted wisdom teeth can lead to the formation of cysts or tumors, which can damage the jawbone and surrounding teeth.
- Gum Disease: The difficult-to-reach location of wisdom teeth can make them hard to clean, contributing to gum disease.
For these reasons, wisdom teeth removal is often recommended even before problems develop, serving as a preventive measure to protect overall oral health.
Why Choose Avocado Family Dentistry for Your Wisdom Teeth Removal?
Wisdom teeth removal and extractions are one of our specialties here at Avocado Family Dentistry. These are some things are patients love about our process here in El Cajon, California:
- Patient-First Environment: You will be educated and reassured through each step of the wisdom teeth process; making sure your needs come first.
- Advanced Technology: Our staff is trained with the most up-to-date methods involving wisdom teeth removal. This knowledge helps you bounce back as quickly as possible!
- Skilled Experience: The office comes equipped with dozens of years of dental experience. You can feel confident knowing your smile will be treated well.
Schedule your consultation with Dr. Kashou and our team for better results and clearer oral health today!
What Should I Expect When Having My Wisdom Teeth Removed?
Here is what our oral surgeon tells our patients before, during, and after the wisdom tooth extraction process.
Before the Appointment
- Be sure to follow the eating and drinking instructions as instructed by Dr. Kashou.
- Avoid drinking alcohol or having tobacco before the appointment starts.
- You will be under anesthesia for the procedure, so be sure to coordinate a ride!
- You will likely need to get work off for around 3–4 days to properly recover.
During the Appointment
- Dr. Kashou will first take x-rays to confirm the best plan of action for the procedure.
- You will receive a local anesthetic to help numb any pain or discomfort.
- Dr. Kashou will use a tool called an elevator to help remove the tooth from its place.
- We will place gauze and stitches to help the area around your gums properly heal.
After the Appointment
- Dr. Kashou will give you a list of instructions on how to clean and take care of your teeth.
- We recommend placing an ice pack around the wisdom teeth to help the area heal.
- Take care to not bother the extraction area to help the area properly recover.
Wisdom Tooth Pain: How Much Will it Hurt?
You may experience some wisdom tooth pain after the procedure is completed. By using the ice pack and medication we will provide, you can help manage the pain. We even use anesthesia to help your body not notice the pain as the procedure is completed.
How Long Do Wisdom Teeth Removal and Extractions Take?
The oral surgery procedure will take roughly 20–45 minutes, depending on how many teeth need to be extracted and if you have any impacted wisdom teeth.
Dr. Kashou’s first step with extracting teeth is to take x-rays to see how impacted your teeth are. Our oral surgery team will then create a plan to extract the teeth that are needed to ensure the best recovery time.
What If I Have Dry Socket?
Some patients express concerns about getting dry sockets after taking their wisdom teeth out.
Typically after the extraction treatment, a blood clot is formed at the area the tooth was to help it heal. A dry socket occurs when the blood clot doesn’t form or move away from the area.
Dry sockets usually stem from poor aftercare routines after the teeth are extracted. Avocado Family Dentistry’s culture of patient education is built to help prevent these kinds of incidents.
How Much Does Wisdom Teeth Removal Cost?
The cost of wisdom teeth removal can vary widely depending on several factors, including the complexity of the tooth extraction, whether you’re dealing with impacted wisdom teeth, and the expertise of the oral surgeon performing the oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Typically, the presence of impacted wisdom teeth can increase the complexity of the wisdom tooth extraction, potentially leading to higher costs due to the additional time and resources required. Furthermore, oral surgery to alleviate wisdom tooth pain and prevent future dental issues is a specialized procedure that demands the skilled hands of an experienced oral surgeon.
At Avocado Family Dentistry, we strive to provide transparent pricing and comprehensive cost breakdowns to help our patients understand the value of investing in their oral health. We encourage you to schedule a consultation to discuss your specific needs, receive a detailed estimate, and learn more about how we can help relieve your wisdom tooth pain through professional wisdom tooth extraction.
Call Us Now To Schedule Your Wisdom Teeth Removal Appointment
Is it time for your wisdom teeth to be removed? Get started with wisdom teeth extraction with Avocado Family Dentistry! Dr. Kashou and our team provide our customers with the necessary tools to feel educated about this timely procedure. Contact us today to schedule your appointment!
