WISDOM TOOTH EXTRACTION LONDON
A wisdom tooth that keeps flaring up is painful and rarely settles without dental treatment. Wisdom tooth extraction London patients can receive here at our modern dental clinic in Mayfair is designed to alleviate tooth pain that's impacting your everyday life.
Oral surgery, including wisdom teeth removal, is led by Dr Sunny Kaushal (GDC No. 69496), who has over 27 years of experience in implantology and also places our dental implants. If a past dental extraction has left you feeling nervous, our qualified team can help ease anxiety and help you feel as comfortable and calm as possible throughout.
HOW ARE WISDOM TEETH REMOVED
When you come to our dental practice for treatment, most wisdom teeth are removed in a single appointment. Here's what the process looks like:
- Examination and X-ray - Your dentist examines the tooth and takes an X-ray to get a clearer view of the root and how close it sits to the nerve.
- Local anaesthetic - The area around the tooth is fully numbed with local anaesthesia, so you'll feel pressure but not pain.
- Removing the tooth - A simple extraction is possible, but it depends on the impacted wisdom tooth's position. Dissolvable stitches may be placed after the tooth is removed.
- Aftercare - You'll leave our practice with written aftercare advice straight from our seasoned oral surgeon. The healing process can take up to a few months, but you should feel back to normal within 2 weeks.
A straightforward extraction can take a few minutes, while a more complex one may take 20 minutes or longer - Dr Kaushal will explain what to expect after your initial examination.
DOES MY WISDOM TOOTH NEED REMOVING
Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to come through, usually in your late teens or early twenties. When there isn't enough room in your mouth, they can become stuck at an angle or only partly break through the gum.
We'll recommend extraction when a wisdom tooth causes:
- Repeated infection and swelling of the gum around it
- Tooth decay in the wisdom tooth or the neighbouring molar
- Gum disease around the back teeth due to poor oral health
- A cyst forming around the tooth
- Pain that comes back
If your wisdom tooth is healthy and not causing problems, it can be left alone.
WISDOM TOOTH EXTRACTION LONDON COSTS
Our wisdom tooth extraction cost ranges from £250 to £488 per tooth.
The final price depends on:
- Whether the tooth is impacted or has fully erupted
- Whether it's an upper or lower tooth, as lower wisdom teeth sit in denser bone and are usually harder to remove
- How many teeth are removed
Prices are listed on our fees page.
BOOK YOUR WISDOM TEETH REMOVAL IN LONDON
If a wisdom tooth is aching, swelling or trapping food, book an examination at The Oliver Cosmetic Dental Clinic today. Our dental professionals provide high-quality dental care and are always on hand to answer any questions you may have.
Call 020 7770 6441 or book online. For severe or spreading swelling, see our emergency dentist page.
FAQs about
WISDOM TOOTH EXTRACTION
Can wisdom tooth extraction cause TMJ?
A stiff or sore jaw is common for up to two weeks after the procedure, but this usually settles on its own. Some studies have linked wisdom tooth surgery to longer-term jaw joint problems (temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders), but there's no clear evidence that the extraction causes them.
If you already have jaw pain or clicking, please mention it at your examination - schedule a consultation today with our experienced oral surgeons.
Is wisdom tooth extraction painful?
The surgery happens under local anaesthetic, so the extraction itself shouldn't hurt, but you'll likely feel pressure and some movement. Soreness afterwards is normal and usually well controlled with over-the-counter painkillers.
What does wisdom tooth removal recovery look like?
Swelling and discomfort are usually worse for the first three days, and full recovery can take up to two weeks. To help the socket heal:
- For the first 24 hours, avoid rinsing, spitting, and drinking hot drinks and alcohol
- After 24 hours, gently rinse with warm salt water after meals
- Eat soft foods and chew on the other side of your mouth to the side where the tooth was
- Use a cold compress for swelling and over-the-counter painkillers to soothe any pain
- Avoid smoking and strenuous exercise for the first few days
Pain that gets worse after two or three days can be a sign of a dry tooth socket. Your dental surgeon will provide advice on how to avoid dry socket after wisdom teeth removal. If you're already experiencing it, call us, and we'll arrange to see you.
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