Wisdom Tooth Extraction | Burbank, CA
Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Wisdom Tooth Extraction | Burbank, CA
Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Wisdom Tooth Extraction in Burbank, CA
At BrightCraft Dental and Laser, your comfort and oral health always come first. If you’re experiencing pain or swelling at the back of your mouth, your wisdom teeth may be impacted or infected. Our Burbank dental team provides gentle, precise wisdom tooth extractions using advanced laser technology to minimize discomfort, speed up healing, and protect your long-term oral health.
What Are Wisdom Teeth?
Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the last set of permanent teeth to emerge, usually appearing between the ages of 17 and 25. They develop at the very back of your mouth, behind your molars.
While some people experience no issues when their wisdom teeth erupt, others may face problems such as impaction, overcrowding, infection, or gum irritation. In certain cases, a small flap of gum tissue forms over a partially erupted tooth, trapping bacteria and causing inflammation or pain.
Wisdom teeth can also grow in at an angle, push against nearby teeth, or over-erupt if there’s no opposing tooth to stop their growth. When these complications occur, your dentist may recommend a wisdom tooth extraction to relieve discomfort and protect surrounding teeth.
Do You Need Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?
Not everyone needs to have their wisdom teeth removed—especially if they grow in properly and don’t cause pain or shifting. However, when wisdom teeth become impacted, infected, or difficult to clean, removal is often the best way to protect your smile and prevent long-term dental issues.
You may need a wisdom tooth extraction if you’re experiencing:
✓ Swollen or painful gums caused by inflammation or infection
✓Cysts or fluid-filled pockets forming around the wisdom tooth
✓Ulcers or irritation in the surrounding gum tissue
✓Food trapping near the wisdom tooth, leading to bad taste or swelling
✓Cavities or resorption of nearby teeth
✓Difficulty brushing and flossing, resulting in decay
✓Crowding or tooth movement that interferes with orthodontic alignment
At BrightCraft Dental and Laser in Burbank, CA, we take a careful, diagnostic approach before recommending removal. During your visit, our team performs a comprehensive exam with digital imaging to assess the position and health of your wisdom teeth. If we find any signs of impaction, infection, or damage, we’ll discuss your options for safe, comfortable extraction using our advanced laser-assisted techniques.
Your oral health and comfort are always our top priorities.
Do You Need Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?
Not everyone needs to have their wisdom teeth removed—especially if they grow in properly and don’t cause pain or shifting. However, when wisdom teeth become impacted, infected, or difficult to clean, removal is often the best way to protect your smile and prevent long-term dental issues.
You may need a wisdom tooth extraction if you’re experiencing:
✓ Swollen or painful gums caused by inflammation or infection
✓Cysts or fluid-filled pockets forming around the wisdom tooth
✓Ulcers or irritation in the surrounding gum tissue
✓Food trapping near the wisdom tooth, leading to bad taste or swelling
✓Cavities or resorption of nearby teeth
✓Difficulty brushing and flossing, resulting in decay
✓Crowding or tooth movement that interferes with orthodontic alignment
At BrightCraft Dental and Laser in Burbank, CA, we take a careful, diagnostic approach before recommending removal. During your visit, our team performs a comprehensive exam with digital imaging to assess the position and health of your wisdom teeth. If we find any signs of impaction, infection, or damage, we’ll discuss your options for safe, comfortable extraction using our advanced laser-assisted techniques.
Your oral health and comfort are always our top priorities.
Common Q&A for wisdom tooth extraction
Q: What is wisdom teeth extraction like?
A: Similar to other extractions, we use local anesthesia. Complex cases may require gum incision or tooth division. Duration varies.
Q: How’s recovery?
A: Expect soreness and swelling for a few days. To aid recovery:
✓ Apply ice for 24 hours to reduce swelling.
✓ Gently move your jaw for circulation.
✓ Delay tooth brushing as advised.
✓ Stay hydrated and take prescribed meds.
Q: Is it painful?
A: ✓ We prioritize pain-free extractions with anesthesia.
✓ Post-extraction discomfort is managed with pain relievers and, if needed, antibiotics.
Q: Benefits of wisdom teeth extraction?
A: ✓ Pain relief.
✓ Prevents nearby teeth damage.
✓ Reduces oral disease and inflammation risk.
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