Wisdom Teeth Removal Houston, Texas 77070

In most cases a set of 20 teeth erupt by the age of two to three years. However, teeth eruption process does not complete till the third molars also erupt. These are the wisdom teeth that are located at the far end of the mouth. In most cases, these erupt by the age of twenty, starting from middle teenage. In rare cases, these erupt late at the age of 30 or even 40. At times the wisdom teeth do not erupt straight and only appear partially causing pain and sometimes infection.
Vintage Oral Surgery in Houston, TX 77070 specializes in the removal of the wisdom teeth. So if you live in Houston, then visit us at: 11620 Louetta Rd. Suite B.
Impacted Wisdom Teeth
Removal of Wisdom Teeth in Houston, TX
Gum Infection
It is the most common problem that people face when they do not remove the wisdom tooth. If the gums do not have enough space for the eruption of the wisdom tooth, infection develops in the surrounding tissues. This results in pain, swelling, and other dental problems.
Cyst
An impacted wisdom tooth may also develop fluid-filled cyst inside the jaw bone. These cysts can spread to the surrounding jaw bone and teeth. Without removing wisdom teeth, the treatment of the cysts can become difficult. Tumors can also form if an impacted wisdom tooth is not removed.
Crowding
Damaged Teeth
Wisdom Teeth Removal Aftercare
Our team uses IV sedation for removal of wisdom tooth. However, in certain cases local anesthesia alone or in combination with nitrous oxide (laughing gas) can also be used. Before the procedure, our doctors discuss all the associated risks as well as the risk of surgery.
After the procedure, our surgeon places a gauze in your mouth and makes you bite it to stop bleeding. Our team makes you rest in our office until you get ready to go home. Before you leave, our expert will give you a list of medicines that you will need to manage the swelling and pain. You will also get a date for a follow-up appointment, if necessary.
So if you have a wisdom teeth that is not growing straight or are affecting the surrounding teeth then visit Vintage Oral Surgery for their removal.