Wisdom Teeth Extraction

As the name suggests, this procedure is the removal or extraction of wisdom teeth that could potentially cause problems. The wisdom tooth removal process is as follows:

● To ensure your comfort, we will provide an injection of local anaesthetic to numb the tooth and its surroundings.
● Next, we perform the extraction. In some cases, the tooth can be removed hole by rocking it back and forth in the tooth socket, but in other cases, it may need to be broken into 2 or 3 segments. We will always ensure you are numb and comfortable throughout the procedure
● We will stitch up the gum if needed and place gauze over the area, ensuring you keep it pressed in place to allow a blood clot to form.

After this, we will provide you with any aftercare instructions and let you know when and if you should get in touch with us in the case of a complication, though these are rare.

In most cases, the root canal treatment will occur over two or three appointments. They go as follows:

• The dentist will start by taking X-rays of your teeth to see the extent of the damage and the condition of the tooth and roots. While preparing for your treatment, we will likely use local anaesthetic to ensure you feel minimal discomfort.
• A dental dam will be placed around the tooth, keeping it dry and ensuring that any chemicals used during the treatment are not swallowed.
• After this, the dentist will open the tooth to remove any pulp debris and infection, and a dose of disinfectant will be left.
• Your dentist will reassess the root system, cleaning it and shaping the root canals by filing carefully into it to make sure they are smooth, even, and ready for filling. This part of the process may take multiple visits, and you will have a dose of disinfectant and temporary filling at the end of each.
• Once the infection is resolved and the root canals are an ideal shape we fill them with root filling and the temporary filling is eplaced with a permanent filling..

Further treatment to restore the tooth, such as adding a crown to cover and protect the natural tooth, or whitening the tooth, can be discussed as necessary.

At Bank Place Dental, all of our dentists are highly skilled at efficiently removing teeth that require extraction. We understand that it’s not quite a walk in the park for the patient, so we prioritize your comfort and ensure that there is minimal pain and recovery.
We ensure the best standards of treatment by working with highly qualified oral surgeons when dealing with the most complex of cases.

As such, if you believe you may need a wisdom tooth extraction, don’t hesitate to get in touch. We understand that it’s not a walk in the park, so we do what we can to prioritize your comfort, minimize pain, and ensure a safe, easy recovery.