Wisdom Teeth

Tedi Dent is fully qualified in wisdom tooth extraction.  Wisdom teeth removal involves taking out the wisdom teeth at the back of your mouth that are causing you problems.

About wisdom teeth removal

Wisdom teeth usually emerge from the gum between the ages of 17 and 24. They are the last of the large grinding teeth at the back of the mouth (molars). Some people never develop wisdom teeth but you could have up to four - one in each corner of your mouth.

Wisdom teeth don't usually cause any problems and so don't need to be removed. However, if there isn't enough space for them to grow at the back of your mouth (impacted wisdom teeth), they can cause pain, swelling or infection.

Having your impacted wisdom teeth surgically removed (extracted) can help relieve your symptoms.  Our chief, Dr. Ardian Mazreku, can perform this procedure in our office.

What are the alternatives?

Antibiotics can help treat an infection, but symptoms tend to flare up again. Having wisdom teeth removed is often the only way to permanently relieve your symptoms.

Preparing for your operation

The Tedi Dent staff will explain how to prepare for your operation. For example, if you smoke you will be asked to stop, as smoking increases your risk of getting a wound infection and slows your recovery.

The operation is usually done as a day case under local anaesthesia. This completely blocks feeling in the gum and you will stay awake during the operation. You may be offered a sedative to help you relax during the operation. Our staff will advise which type of anaesthesia is most suitable for you.

About the operation

Once the anaesthetic has taken effect, Dr. Mazreku will cut through your gum and may remove some of your jawbone to reach the tooth. The tooth is removed and the wound is closed with stitches.

Most wisdom teeth only take a few minutes to remove but more difficult wisdom teeth can take up to 40 minutes.

What to expect afterwards

You will need to rest until the effects of the anaesthetic or sedation have passed.

After a local anaesthetic, it may take several hours before the feeling comes back into your jaw. Take special care not to bump or knock the area.

You will be able to go home when you feel ready.

Our staff will give you some advice about looking after your teeth and gums before you go home. You may be given painkillers, antibiotics and mouthwash solutions to take home. You will also be given a date for a follow-up appointment.

Dissolvable stitches will disappear on their own in seven to 10 days. Non-dissolvable stitches are removed a week after surgery.

Tedi Dent can help you understand how wisdom tooth extraction may help you or a member of your family.  Please contact us to make an appointment to discuss this option.