Wisdom Teeth Removal in Sydney & Central Coast
If your wisdom teeth are starting to cause trouble, you’re not alone. At Advanced Dental, we’ve helped countless patients in Sydney and the Central Coast (Edgecliff, Woy Woy and Hoxton Park) find relief from pain and protect their smiles with gentle, professional wisdom teeth removal.
We know the idea of having your wisdom teeth taken out can feel daunting, but with our expert dental surgeons, it doesn’t have to be. Our experienced team makes the process as smooth and relaxing as possible, with a focus on your comfort from start to finish.
Why might I need my wisdom teeth removed?
Your wisdom teeth often arrive in your late teens or early twenties, but they don’t always come in peacefully. You might need wisdom tooth removal if you have:
- Impacted wisdom teeth that are trapped in your gums or jawbone
- Crowding that’s pushing other teeth out of alignment
- Infections or gum swelling at the back of your mouth
- Tooth decay in wisdom teeth that are hard to clean
- Jaw pain or stiffness caused by pressure from incoming teeth
- Damage to adjacent molars
Talk to us about your wisdom teeth removal today
Book your consultation for wisdom teeth removal in Sydney or the Central Coast with Advanced Dental, and take the first step towards a pain-free smile.
For emergency wisdom teeth removal, contact the clinic closest to you. You can find us in Edgecliff, Woy Woy, South Coast and Hoxton Park
FAQs
What happens during wisdom teeth removal?
We use advanced 3D imaging to map out your teeth, nerves and sinuses, those 3D Xrays will provide us with important information to guide your treatment such as:
- The relationship of your wisdom teeth to your other teeth
- If there is any damage to the molar next to the wisdom tooth
- The upper teeth’s relationship to your sinuses
- The lower teeth’s relationship to a nerve in the jawbone that gives feeling to your lower jaw, lower teeth, lower lip and chin. This nerve is called the inferior alveolar nerve.
- Any infections, tumours or bone disease that may be present
This will help us plan the best way to remove the tooth, then we will recommend either a simple extraction or minor wisdom teeth surgery if we think it’s needed. With options for local anaesthetic, sedation, or general anaesthetic, we’ll help you choose the level of comfort that suits you best.
Be sure to provide your full medical and dental history and a list of all medicines you take. This should include both prescription and over-the-counter drugs, vitamins and supplements.
How long is recovery and what should I expect?
A wisdom tooth extraction is a relatively routine procedure for us. Most patients bounce back within a few days. To help you heal smoothly, we’ll give you clear, personalised aftercare tips, including:
- Resting for the first 24 hours
- Cold compresses to reduce swelling
- Soft foods like yoghurt, soups, and smoothies
- Gentle oral hygiene to keep the area clean
How do I know if I need my wisdom teeth removed?
Wisdom teeth removed before age 20 generally have less developed roots and fewer complications, consult with us during teenage years to have your wisdom teeth evaluated.
You might need wisdom tooth removal if you notice:
- Pain or swelling at the back of your mouth
- Red or swollen gums around your back teeth
- Bad Breath or bad taste in the mouth
- Recurring infections or difficulty opening your mouth fully
- Discharge of pus from the gum near the tooth
- swollen lymph lodes under the chin
- Pericoronitis which is a dental infection that occurs when there is not enough room in the mouth for a wisdom tooth to erupt. The wisdom tooth is partially erupted and the gum tissue covers a part of the top of the tooth. This allows food or plaque to become lodged under the gum tissue flap. If the area becomes infected, it is called pericoronitis and the gum tissue will become swollen and red.
A quick assessment with one of our wisdom teeth dentists can confirm whether removal will resolve your pain and swelling, and protect your oral health and adjacent teeth.
Is wisdom teeth removal painful?
No, the procedure itself shouldn’t be painful. Our experienced wisdom teeth removal dental surgeons offer three options for pain management: local anaesthetic, IV sedation, and general anaesthetic. Most of our patients describe feeling pressure rather than pain.
After surgery, you might have some swelling or soreness, which can be managed at home with:
- Cold packs
- Soft foods
- Pain relief medication
- No smoking, alcohol or exercise for a couple of days
- No brushing around the area for a couple of days
We will provide you with detailed instructions after the-extraction.
