Wisdom Tooth Extraction In El Paso, Tx
Sometimes teeth need to be taken out for various reasons. At Sun Ridge Smiles, we have the newest technology to check the teeth prior to taking it out to ensure maximum safety. Our experienced dentists can help with most of your tooth extraction need
Cone Beam CT
High Tech Digital Xrays
At Sun Ridge Smiles, we have the latest technology in digital xrays- Cone Beam CT. This is a 3D Digital xray technology that digitally constructs the anatomy of your jaw. This technology is extremely helpful for difficult extractions by allowing us to visualize the tooth and the nerve, which allows a better angle of extraction as well as help the dentist avoid sensitive areas.
What To Expect With Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Wisdom tooth extraction requires a lot of attention to details and finesse. After the xray is taken to determine the angulation of the tooth and proximity to vital tooth structure, the patient is first numbed, then tooth is either removed directly, or sectioned into different pieces and taken out in parts.
Recent Case. Wisdom tooth is sideway with curved roots
Frequently Asked Questions
About Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Will Taking Wisdom Tooth Out Hurt?
You will be numbed very well before the procedure is even started. If profound numbess cannot be achieved with the anesthesia, the dentist may choose to reschedule for another day and have you take antibiotic first.
How long does it take?
Wisdom tooth extraction difficulty depends on a lot of factors such as how long and curved the roots are, how wide a patient can open, and the anatomy of the rest of the mouth. Plan for at least 2 hours for your procedure.
How Long Does It Take to Recover?
Recovery depend on the patient’s overall condition as well as the difficulty of the procedure, typical recovery is about 2 weeks.
How Much Does Wisdom Tooth Extraction Cost?
Wisdom tooth extraction are usually covered partly by dental insurances, your insurance set the prices for wisdom tooth extraction. If you do not have dental insurance, you can look at Sun Ridge Smiles Savings Plan, which if enrolled, gives you saving on all procedures performed at our clinic. For more information please contact us.