Wisdom Tooth Removal Dentist in Anchorage, AK

Wisdom teeth usually come in around the ages of 17 to 25. If you’re experiencing jaw pain, gum swelling, tender gums, bloody gums, difficulty opening your mouth, or bad breath, this could be a sign your wisdom teeth are erupting. Wisdom teeth aren’t always a bad thing. Many people don’t even need to get their wisdom teeth removed. That being said, wisdom teeth are prone to cause unnecessary pain and damaging symptoms if they don’t come in correctly.

If your wisdom teeth come in at the correct angle, they should only be mildly painful. If they are impacted, you will experience moderate to severe pain. Whether your pain is mild to severe, we recommend you seek dental care. Your wisdom tooth specialist will take x-rays to confirm if you need to have them removed or not. Catching potential problems early on can prevent gum damage, jaw damage, and tooth damage.

The main problem with wisdom teeth is impaction. If your wisdom teeth are impacted, this means that they’re stuck under the gum and can’t fully come through. This can occur because they’re coming in at the wrong angle or are blocked by your other molars. Other issues that can arise with wisdom teeth include tooth decay, overcrowding, and gum infections.

During your wisdom tooth extraction, you will be under one of the following anesthesia: local anesthesia, sedation anesthesia, or general anesthesia. This will be dependent on the complexity of your tooth extraction. You can first expect your dentist to make an incision in the gums to reveal your tooth and bone. They will then divide the tooth into smaller pieces so that it’s easier to remove. The tooth will then be removed from your gums and the site will be thoroughly cleaned. Next, your dentist or oral surgeon will stitch up the wound and place special gauze over the incision site.

After your procedure, you’ll be a little bit loopy from the anesthesia and will need to be driven home by a family member or friend. Your dentist or oral surgeon will give you careful aftercare instructions to promote proper healing. As you’re healing from wisdom tooth surgery, it’s important to take care of the extraction site. You’ll want to be very careful when cleaning your mouth to not open up the wound. For the first 24 hours, do not rinse your mouth or teeth. For about one to two weeks afterward, rinse your mouth with a gentle oral rinse or an at-home salt and water solution.

You should expect to pay between $200 and $700 per tooth for straightforward extractions of erupted teeth. Affected tooth extractions can cost anything from $250 to $1,100, on average $350 to $550. Your out-of-pocket costs will depend on various factors, including the state of your teeth, how many teeth are being extracted, the type of anesthetic used, and where you live. Four Corners Dental Group provides an internal dental discount plan to keep operations as inexpensive as possible.  

For further information about wisdom tooth extractions in Anchorage and Wasilla, AK, please feel free to visit Four Corners Dental Group. Our professional dental staff can schedule you for a consultation with one of our specialists and ensure you have all the information you need to feel fully prepared. If you’re suffering from signs or symptoms of a wisdom tooth concern, we encourage you to come in for x-rays. Wisdom tooth pain can decrease your quality of life and make your normal routine much more difficult to get through. 

Four Corners Dental Group looks forward to your visit and alleviating all pain associated with wisdom teeth! For more information, contact us or book an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 3901 Raspberry Rd, Anchorage, AK 99502. We serve patients from Anchorage AK, Eagle River AK, Campbell AK, South Anchorage AK, Chugiak AK, Spenard AK, and surrounding areas.