General Dentistry · Edgecliff
Assessment and removal of problematic wisdom teeth. Simple and surgical extractions under local anaesthesia.
About the Procedure
Not all wisdom teeth need removal. Removal is recommended when they are causing or are at significant risk of causing problems — including impaction, decay, gum infection, crowding, or damage to adjacent teeth.
Assessment includes clinical examination and X-rays or OPG to evaluate the position of the wisdom teeth and nearby structures including nerves.
Removal is carried out under local anaesthesia. Complexity varies — some are straightforward, others require surgical removal. This is discussed before treatment proceeds. Sedation options are available.
Post-operative effects: swelling, bruising, and discomfort for 2–5 days — managed with analgesics and cold packs.
Dry socket: delayed healing complication in a small number of patients, particularly smokers. Causes significant pain around day 3–5. Treatable at the practice.
Nerve effects: lower wisdom teeth lie near the inferior alveolar nerve. Rare risk of temporary or (very rarely) permanent altered sensation of the lip, chin, or tongue. Risk level discussed at consultation.
Infection: small post-operative risk. Antibiotics prescribed where clinically indicated.
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