Worry-Free Wisdom Tooth Removal

Don't let impacted or problematic wisdom teeth disrupt your oral health and quality of life. Board-certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon has extensive training and experience with wisdom tooth removal. With advanced technology and personalized care, he strives to ensure every patient's smooth and comfortable experience.

What Are Impacted Wisdom Teeth?

Third molar teeth are known as wisdom teeth. The average person develops wisdom teeth during their teenage years. These teeth develop in the back of the mouth and would be the last teeth to erupt — typically around 15–18 years of age.

Frequently, there is not enough room in the mouth to accommodate the wisdom teeth coming into a proper chewing position, and often become impacted or trapped beneath the gums, leading to various oral health issues. Due to lack of space, these teeth become problematic through life.

Some of the possible problems related to not removing your wisdom teeth include:

Infection

The most frequent clinical problem we see is pericoronitis (a localized gum infection). Without enough room for total eruption, the gum tissue around the wisdom tooth can become irritated and infected, resulting in recurrent pain, swelling, and problems with chewing and/or swallowing.

Cyst Formation

Non-infectious diseases may also arise in association with an impacted wisdom tooth. Cysts are fluid-filled “balloons” inside the jaw bone that develop as a result of impacted teeth and slowly expand, destroying adjacent jaw bone and occasionally teeth. They can be very difficult to treat if your wisdom teeth are not removed in your teenage years. Although rare, tumors can be associated with the delayed removal of wisdom teeth.

Possible Crowding

Impacted wisdom teeth may contribute to crowding of your teeth. This is most noticeable with the front teeth, primarily the lower front teeth, and is most commonly seen after a patient has had braces. There are a number of factors that cause teeth to crowd after braces or in early adulthood. Retained, impacted wisdom teeth may be a contributing factor. Unless you have an active problem when you see the oral surgeon, the reason for removal is primarily to prevent long-term damage to your teeth, gums, and jaw bone.

Damage to Adjacent Teeth

If there is inadequate room to clean around the wisdom tooth, the tooth directly in front, the second molar, can be adversely affected—resulting in gum disease, bone loss around the tooth, and/or decay.

Why Choose Gateway Oral Surgery for Wisdom Tooth Removal in Edmonton?

Our oral and maxillofacial surgeons specialize in performing extractions of wisdom teeth.

We manage complicated cases and complications.

We offer a general anesthesia facility with certified medical anesthesiologists.

Our staff is fully trained in emergency care.

A patient experience that focuses on communication, making our patients comfortable and providing a safe environment.

We have friendly, welcoming staff.

Accreditation by:

Wisdom Tooth Extraction by a Board-Certified Specialist

Wisdom Tooth Surgery — What to Expect

Initial Consultation

Our oral surgeon will assess your dental and medical history.
We will take X-rays of your wisdom teeth to examine the best removal approach.
Additionally, we will discuss your personalized treatment plan and help you determine the most suitable anesthesia option.
This is also the time to address any inquiries and ease any apprehensions you may have regarding the procedure.

We specialize in minimally invasive wisdom teeth removal techniques, prioritizing the preservation of healthy bone tissue around the extraction site. Our skilled oral surgeon uses advanced techniques and specialized instruments for a more controlled extraction, minimizing damage to the surrounding bone. In specific cases, a bone graft may be used to replace bone lost during extraction—helping to maintain jawbone structure and prevent future problems.

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Sedation

Your oral surgeons will provide you with various anesthesia options for your surgery. In most cases, the surgeons at South Calgary Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery recommend general anesthesia or intravenous sedation for removal of wisdom teeth.

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Surgery

The day of surgery we will ask that an accompanying adult be present with you. The procedure takes approximately an hour.

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Recovery

Recovery is done in our recovery room. Immediately after surgery, you will feel a bit drowsy. We will monitor your recovery until you are ready to go home with the person accompanying you to the surgery.

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Aftercare

Our nurses will review all post-operative instructions with you before leaving our clinic. We will follow up with all our patients to ensure a comfortable and speedy recovery.

We’re here to guide you every step of the way. If you have any further questions, feel free to ask our caring team. Your smile transformation awaits!

What Does Wisdom Tooth Removal Cost and Is It Covered by Insurance?

The fee for your treatment is determined by a number of factors. These may include the difficulty involved in removing your teeth and which type of anesthesia is best for you.

During your consultation appointment, the surgeon will need to review your X-rays, complete an examination, and determine the best option for anesthesia before an accurate estimate can be provided. Every insurance company has a different policy regarding the extent of coverage for a given surgical procedure. Dr. Mather’s office staff will help you obtain maximum insurance coverage for your treatment.

What If I Have Questions Before Surgery?

At the time of your consultation, your specific situation will be discussed in greater detail. We encourage you to ask any questions you may have.

If new questions arise after your consultation, please call our office at (780) 760-1501 to speak to one of our patient care coordinators.