A doctor may suggest a patient receives a tooth extraction for many different reasons. One of those reasons may be because a tooth has decayed which puts the surrounding teeth at risk of also being affected. When it comes to dental care, time is of the essence, as the longer you wait to be treated the more the damage can spread.

Receiving a tooth extraction is a straightforward procedure with minimal recovery time. Once it’s determined that you need an extraction, your dentist may remove the tooth during that visit or have you schedule another appointment. Once the tooth has been removed, depending on your situation, your dentist will fill the hole with one of the many tooth replacement options.

At The Village Dental Center, we offer wisdom teeth extractions. Wisdom teeth are molars found in the back of your mouth. If you visit the same dentist long-term, they will likely keep their eye on your wisdom teeth’s position each visit and inform you when they are ready to be removed. The best time to have your wisdom teeth removed is when their roots have not fully formed as this will make extraction easier and shorten the recovery time. 

Wisdom teeth are most commonly removed due to the lack of space in your mouth. If you don’t have your wisdom teeth pulled and lack appropriate space for them to grow in, your mouth will become overcrowded and can cause serious dental problems. Some of these problems include gum swelling, tenderness, and even severe pain. The Village Dental Center does not perform impacted wisdom teeth removal and recommends patients see an oral surgeon for those.

Having your wisdom teeth pulled requires a dedicated procedure appointment that is usually scheduled several weeks in advance. You will also need to plan for a couple of days of recovery, so you may need to arrange days off from your school or work.