Wisdom Tooth Extractions – Worcester, MA
Remove Your Molars, Alleviate Your Pain
Are you struggling with persistent jaw pain? Are you finding it difficult to keep your molars decay-free? If so, the solution may be wisdom tooth extractions. With this procedure, our experienced, caring, and gentle oral surgeon can remove the problematic teeth and restore your healthier, pain-free smile! Feel free to get in touch with us or read on if you’re interested in learning more about this emergency dental treatment.
Why Choose Winthrop Street Dentistry for Wisdom Tooth Extractions?
- Highly Trained In-House Oral Surgeon
- Safe IV Sedation Available
- Dental Insurance Welcome
What are Wisdom Teeth?
In short, wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars. They are believed to have earned their nickname due to the age they usually erupt (between 17 and 25). Although they were extremely helpful for our ancestors who had a completely different diet and oral hygiene tools, they are often more harmful for patients today.
Why Do Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Removed?
Oftentimes, there isn’t enough room in the mouth for the third set of molars, which can lead to everything from chronic jaw pain to difficulty keeping your teeth healthy. Ultimately, if your wisdom teeth are negatively impacting your oral health, the alignment of your bite, or your day-to-day life, then we will recommend having them extracted. If they grow in straight, there is enough space in your mouth to accommodate them, and they don’t increase your risk of cysts or infection, then that isn’t necessary.
What to Expect from the Wisdom Teeth Procedure
The process of removing your wisdom teeth will look a bit different depending on a few factors, including how many teeth need to be extracted and whether or not they’ve broken through the gumline. Rest assured, our in-house oral surgeon, Dr. Harry Golnazarian, will walk you through what to expect beforehand. He will also numb your mouth thoroughly after you settle into the treatment chair to ensure you don’t experience any pain or discomfort.
Recovering from Wisdom Teeth Extraction
To prevent a dry socket, an infection, and other complications, our Worcester dental team will provide you with aftercare instructions. Here are a few:
- Take prescribed or OTC pain medication as directed
- Change the gauze as needed
- Eat only extremely soft foods, like plain yogurt
- Brush and floss carefully around the extraction site
- Don’t smoke, spit, or use a straw
- Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated
- Keep your head elevated, even while you sleep
