Wisdom Tooth Extractions – Collinsville, VA
Comfortable Care for Wisdom Teeth
The wisdom teeth are typically the very last to come in, and usually, they only bring problems when they do. That’s because most people simply don’t have enough room for them in their mouth, leading them to push on the nearby teeth and gums and become stuck, or impacted. This can cause oral pain and even misalign a patient’s bite, and usually, the best way to fix this is with wisdom tooth extractions in Collinsville, VA. At Collinsville Dental Associates, we can provide this kind of extraction in-house so patients of all ages can get the care they need without having to leave home or visit an expensive specialist.
Why Choose Collinsville Dental Associates for Wisdom Tooth Extractions?
- Same-Day Appointments Available for Patients in Pain
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation Helps Soothe Dental Nerves
- Serving Local Families for 30+ Years
How a Wisdom Tooth Extraction Works
First, we’ll take an X-ray to make sure the wisdom teeth are actually the source of a patient’s problems. If they are, the procedure itself follows a few basic steps:
- The patient’s mouth is numbed
- If the teeth haven’t fully erupted, a small incision is made in the gums
- Any bone still holding onto the teeth is gently removed as well
- The teeth themselves are then extracted, sometimes in pieces
- The treatment site is closed with self-dissolving sutures
Afterward, a patient may experience some slight soreness and swelling, but they should feel completely normal and be able to resume their regular diet and routine within a week or so.