Wisdom teeth
removal in Houghton Regis
If you’re in pain from impacted wisdom teeth, don’t delay treatment. Our team can surgically remove complex wisdom teeth to help protect your remaining teeth and relieve your pain. This common procedure can be completed in our practice by our experienced surgeons.
We offer advice on treatment options
Protect your other teeth
Impacted wisdom teeth can damage the teeth in front
No more pain
Wisdom Teeth pain can be horrible so removing them will eliminate this
Sedation available
We can sedate you (sleep dentistry) for the procedure so you know nothing about it
Expert aftercare
Get advice and support when you need it most.
Wisdom teeth removal is a common surgical procedure. Wisdom teeth often cause problems in the mouth when they emerge, usually because there isn’t enough room. This type of overcrowding is common, and the easiest solution is to surgically remove the problem teeth.
Some wisdom teeth are easier to remove than others. When the extraction is simple, the procedure is the same as any other tooth extraction. For more complicated teeth, including impacted teeth and partially emerged teeth, your dentist may not feel comfortable removing them so why not call us to see how we can help. Our experienced surgeon has removed thousands of wisdom teeth with 20 years of experience in oral surgery.
Surgical wisdom tooth extraction is often completed under a local anaesthetic in most clinics, rather than a general anaesthetic in hospital. This means you won't be put to sleep. However, If you're nervous about the treatment, we can discuss using conscious sedation (sleep dentistry) to help you to feel more comfortable while the tooth is being removed which means you wont feel any pain and wont even remember the procedure. We will provide you with complete aftercare to help you care for the extraction site at home including any medication you may require.
Do I need wisdom teeth removal?
Some wisdom teeth emerge without issue, but overcrowding will often mean that there is no space for the tooth to emerge. When this happens, it becomes impacted, which can lead to infection, pain and damage to the surrounding teeth. Here are the signs you need to look out for.
Pain in your jaw
If you have pain in your jaw, this can be a sign that your wisdom teeth are problematic.
Jaw problems
Trouble opening your mouth could be a sign that your wisdom teeth are contributing to this.
Swollen gums
If the gums at the back of your mouth are swollen or sore, you may need your wisdom tooth removed.
Bleeding gums
If you often notice blood in your mouth around the wisdom tooth, this could be a sign of infection of the soft tissue.
Bad breath
If you’ve noticed a change in your breath, this could be a sign of a wisdom tooth problem.
Swollen jaw or face
In advanced cases, you may notice swelling in your jaw, it’s important to visit a dentist soon so they can check this and you may need antibiotics.
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We recommend regular checkups to monitor your oral health. This will help us to spot issues with your wisdom teeth before they become more problematic. If you haven’t visited the dentist for a while and are struggling with your wisdom teeth, get in touch today.
We’ll complete a thorough exam and take X-rays to get a better picture of your mouth and oral health. This will allow us to see your wisdom teeth in more detail and determine if this is a typical extraction or a surgical extraction. We’ll give you a full treatment plan with transparent costs.
Whether you are scheduled for a regular or a surgical extraction, you can have both treatments in our practice, so there is no need for a referral. Once your wisdom teeth have been removed, we’ll give you aftercare advice to help speed up the healing at home.
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Frequently asked questions
We’ve answered the most common patient questions below. If you still have questions about your dental treatment, get in touch to book a consultation.
This all depends on the type of removal and whether you choose private or NHS treatment. You may be referred to a hospital for treatment, however the hospital waiting lists could be in excess of 12 months. Wisdom tooth removal from Implant & Cosmetic Smiles Clinic will cost between £150 to £350 depending on your specific tooth which will be discussed at consultation.
The waiting list for surgical wisdom teeth removal is currently very long, with some people waiting up to 12 months to be free from their wisdom teeth problems. If you would like to skip the waiting list, we recommend calling us now
In the short term, the infection may go away, but this isn’t a long-term solution. If you want to be free from dental infections, you may need to have the impacted wisdom tooth removed however at consultation if we feel it does not need to be removed we will let you know.
If your case is more complex or you are anxious, you can be sedated for your procedure. This will help to make you more comfortable and relaxed and make the procedure pass very quickly.