Wisdom Teeth Removal in Dallas

Our Board-Certified Oral-Maxillofacial Surgeon Extracts 1,000+ Wisdom Teeth per Year

At Johnson Oral Facial Surgery, our team is dedicated to providing our patients with a warm, caring atmosphere for wisdom teeth extraction. These procedures are performed in our state-of-the-art outpatient surgery center with IV sedation and anesthesia so you don’t feel pain during extraction. Thanks to Dr. Chris Johnson’s extensive expertise in wisdom teeth removal, you can rely on his care for the best experience possible. Dr. Johnson utilizes minimally invasive techniques with smaller incisions and sectioning of the teeth. When you wake up from the sedation, you will rest comfortably until a responsible adult can drive you home afterward. We will provide thorough aftercare instructions and guidelines and follow up with you the day after your surgery to check on you. 

Why Should Wisdom Teeth Be Extracted? 

Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, are the final teeth to develop and erupt in the mouth, usually during the teen years or early twenties. Typically, wisdom teeth are removed because the jaw cannot accommodate more than 28 teeth rather than 32 if the patient has all 4 wisdom teeth. Allowing the wisdom teeth to remain in place can cause a variety of oral and dental health problems, including overcrowding, bone and gum infections, cyst development, and even tumors around infected teeth. 

Fortunately, wisdom teeth extraction is straightforward for a trained oral-maxillofacial surgeon, and Johnson Oral Facial Surgery is prepared to help you through either a simple or complex extraction process, including the removal of multiple impacted wisdom teeth. 

Wisdom Teeth Removal Process

The process of getting your wisdom teeth removed from our oral surgeon in Dallas typically involves the following steps:

• Consultation: You will first meet with the oral surgeon to discuss the procedure and any concerns you may have. They will examine your mouth and take X-rays to assess the positioning of your wisdom teeth.
• Preparation: Prior to the procedure, the surgeon will give you instructions on what to eat or drink and what medications to take. You will also receive anesthesia to ensure you are comfortable during the procedure.
• Extraction: The surgeon will then make an incision in your gums and remove the wisdom teeth. If necessary, the surgeon may need to break the teeth into smaller pieces to facilitate their removal.
• Closure: Once the teeth are removed, the surgeon will stitch the incision closed and place gauze over the extraction site to help control bleeding.
• Recovery: You will be monitored by our team for a period of time following the procedure. You will be given post-operative instructions on how to care for the extraction site and manage any discomfort or swelling.
• Follow-up: You will typically have a follow-up appointment with the surgeon to ensure that the extraction site is healing properly and to address any concerns you may have.

Overall, getting your wisdom teeth removed from our Dallas oral surgeon involves a relatively straightforward procedure. By following the surgeon's instructions and working closely with their team, you can ensure a successful and comfortable recovery.

If you're looking to schedule your Dallas wisdom teeth removal, call or contact us online today!