Wisdom teeth removal is one of the most common oral surgeries in the world. Having your wisdom teeth proactively removed is an important way to protect your comfort and wellbeing and avoid long-term complications. Ridge Oral Surgery provides complete wisdom teeth care for patients in the Bridgewater, NJ community and beyond.
What Are Wisdom Teeth?
The wisdom teeth, also called third molars, are the last teeth to emerge. This usually happens when you are in your teens or early twenties but can sometimes happen earlier. The wisdom teeth typically have insufficient space to emerge as normal, which means they can become impacted. This means they are trapped under bone or gum.
Why Get Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?
Due to their high risk of impaction, wisdom teeth can cause many long-term complications. Some of the most common wisdom teeth complications include:
- Persistent pain
- The formation of cysts
- Crowding or alignment issues
- Damage to surrounding teeth
- Increased risk of oral infection
The best way to avoid these serious complications is to remove your wisdom teeth as a preventative measure.
Our Process for Wisdom Teeth Removal
During an initial consultation, your oral surgeon will examine medical images to confirm your eligibility for surgery. You will also have plenty of opportunities to ask questions about treatment, recovery, and aftercare.
Your wisdom teeth removal will include anesthesia, ensuring you do not feel any discomfort. You will feel groggy after your procedure, so it is important to arrange for transportation home. Wisdom teeth removal is simple and straightforward, usually taking under an hour.
Wisdom Teeth Removal Recovery and Timeline
It usually takes two or three days to recover from wisdom teeth surgery, which means that having your procedure on a Thursday or Friday should mean you are ready for school or work on Monday.
Some swelling and discomfort can be expected for the first couple of days, but these symptoms are easy to manage with over-the-counter and prescribed medications. Soft foods and liquids are recommended until you feel like your mouth has healed.
Board-Certified Oral Surgeon Serving Bridgewater, NJ
Ridge Oral Surgery is a leading provider, proudly serving the Bridgewater, NJ area. Schedule a wisdom teeth consultation with us today by calling (908) 395-0111.