Gentle Extraction With Dr. Stroumpos
Wisdom teeth are an extra set of molars that erupt from the gums, usually during your late teens or early adulthood. Ideally, wisdom teeth emerge without complications, but it’s uncommon since most people don’t have enough space to accommodate the eruption of wisdom teeth. This can cause several issues that become problematic later on, such as infection and overcrowding.
Learn about impacted wisdom teeth, the extraction process, and how Dr. Storumpos can help.
What is an Impacted Wisdom Tooth?
A wisdom tooth becomes impacted when it’s obstructed from erupting correctly. This can happen for a number of reasons, like being blocked by an adjacent tooth or not having enough space in the jaw. Common signs and symptoms of impacted wisdom teeth include:
- Bad breath, also known as halitosis
- Pain or tenderness in the gums and jaw
- Headaches or jaw aches
- Inflamed and bleeding gums
- Limited jaw function
Removing impacted wisdom teeth is crucial to prevent a variety of issues, such as severe pain, possible infection, and a misaligned bite. Without treatment, impacted wisdom teeth can cause further health complications down the line.
Extracting Your Wisdom Tooth
At Texas All Smiles, the wisdom tooth removal process is safe, easy, and completed in just a few short steps:
- Dr. Stroumpos will begin by administering a local or general anesthesia to numb the extraction area. This will relieve any pain or discomfort, ensuring you feel comfortable during the extraction.
- Once the anesthesia sets in, we’ll gently separate your wisdom tooth from your gum tissue. This provides easy access to your tooth for quick and painless removal.
- After your impacted tooth is removed, Dr. Stroumpos will carefully stitch up your gums and you’ll be ready to begin the healing process.
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Schedule Your Free Consultation
If you need your wisdom teeth removed, Dr. Stroumpos and our experienced dentists can gently extract your tooth and relieve your pain. Give us a call at (281) 286-3838 or fill out a contact form to schedule your free consultation.