What are wisdom teeth?
Wisdom teeth are the last molars to come through, usually in your late teens or early twenties. For many people they cause no trouble at all, but when there isn't enough room for them to come through properly, they can become impacted, painful or hard to keep clean.
Signs they may need attention
- Pain or pressure at the back of the jaw
- Swelling, redness or tenderness around the gum
- Difficulty opening your mouth or chewing
- Crowding of nearby teeth
- Repeated infection or a bad taste around the area
Assessment & X-rays
Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out. We'll examine your mouth and take X-rays, a full-mouth OPG, and 3D CBCT (cone beam) imaging where a tooth sits close to the nerve, to see exactly how your wisdom teeth are positioned. Then we'll talk you through whether removal is recommended, and the best time to do it.
Gentle removal
When removal is the right choice, we carry out straightforward extractions gently and comfortably in our accredited surgery rooms, with oral or IV sedation available if you'd like to be more relaxed. For more complex or deeply impacted teeth, we'll refer you to a trusted specialist and look after your follow-up care.
Recovery & aftercare
Most people recover within a few days. We'll send you home with clear aftercare instructions to keep you comfortable and help the area heal cleanly, and we're only a phone call away if you have any concerns.
Got a sore wisdom tooth?
Call us to book an assessment, or to make an appointment.