Wisdom Teeth

Wondering about wisdom teeth? Here’s everything you need to know—from when they come in to when they might need to come out.

Gentle Wisdom Teeth Removal for a Healthy, Pain-Free Smile

At Brightside Dental Care, we specialize in wisdom teeth evaluation and removal to ensure your oral health stays on track. Wisdom teeth, or third molars, often emerge during the late teens or early twenties. For many people, these teeth can cause problems such as overcrowding, pain, or infection, making removal a necessary step for maintaining a healthy smile.

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Why Choose Brightside Dental Care for Wisdom Teeth Removal?

Experienced Professionals

Our team has extensive experience in wisdom teeth removal, ensuring a smooth process.

Comfort-Focused Care

We prioritize your comfort, offering sedation options and a calm, supportive environment.

Collaborative Approach

For more complex cases, we work closely with skilled oral surgeons to provide seamless, expert care.

Convenient Locations

With clinics in Brandon, Portage la Prairie, Stonewall, and Winnipeg, expert care is always close to home.

Do You Need Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Not everyone needs their wisdom teeth removed, but common issues include:

Impacted Teeth: When wisdom teeth don’t fully emerge, they can become trapped in the jaw, leading to pain and infection.
Overcrowding: Emerging wisdom teeth can push against other teeth, causing alignment issues.
Decay or Infection: Wisdom teeth are harder to clean, making them more prone to cavities and gum disease.
Jaw Pain or Swelling: These symptoms can signal that your wisdom teeth are causing problems beneath the surface.

Our team will assess your unique situation through a thorough examination and X-rays, ensuring we recommend the best course of action for your oral health.

The Wisdom Teeth Removal Process

At Brightside Dental Care, we make the wisdom teeth removal process as comfortable and stress-free as possible. Here’s what you can expect:

Consultation & Assessment: We’ll evaluate your wisdom teeth and discuss whether removal is necessary.
Personalized Care Plan: If removal is recommended, we’ll create a treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Safe Removal: For straightforward cases, we perform extractions in our clinic using modern techniques and local or sedation anesthesia.
Referral for Complex Cases: In certain situations, such as severely impacted teeth or complex extractions, we may refer you to a trusted oral surgeon to ensure the best possible care.

Aftercare Support: Our team provides clear aftercare instructions and follow-up care to help you heal quickly and comfortably.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are a few questions answered to get to know the process better. Feel free to email us if you have further questions.

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Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are the last set of molars that typically emerge in late teens or early twenties, often causing discomfort due to limited space in the jaw.

Not everyone requires removal; however, if they are impacted, causing pain, or leading to dental issues like crowding or infection, extraction may be recommended.

Common signs include persistent pain in the back of the mouth, swelling, infection, difficulty opening the mouth, or the presence of cavities in the wisdom teeth.

Recovery typically involves some swelling and discomfort, which can be managed with prescribed medication; most patients can return to normal activities within a few days.

The extraction is performed under anesthesia, so you won’t feel pain during the procedure. Post-operative discomfort is common, but manageable with medication.

Discuss any medications you take with your dentist, avoid eating or drinking for several hours before the procedure, and arrange for transportation home afterward.

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