Wisdom Teeth Extractions

Fort Worth, Texas

The wisdom teeth, also known as the third molars, are notorious for causing problems, often requiring removal. Our skilled and experienced team at North Trinity Dental works tirelessly to provide you with a smooth, successful, and anxiety-free wisdom teeth extraction experience. Contact our Fort Worth practice to get started today!

Safe and effective care to prevent complications and promote future oral health

Tailored sedation dentistry options to ensure your comfort throughout treatment

Cutting-edge technology and techniques for speedy healing and recovery

Why Would You Need to Have Your Wisdom Teeth Extracted?

The wisdom teeth typically emerge in late adolescence to early adulthood. Many patients lack the space for these third molars to come in, which is why they are often impacted or trapped under the gums. Bacteria trapped around impacted teeth can lead to swollen gums, tooth decay, and even abscesses, which can spread infection to other areas of the mouth and even the jawbone. Aside from impaction, wisdom teeth can erupt at an incorrect angle, pushing against the neighboring teeth and leading to alignment concerns.

At North Trinity Dental, we recommend extracting problematic wisdom teeth to avoid complications and safeguard your oral health. There are also advantages to removing wisdom teeth proactively, especially if they are at risk of causing problems. Early extractions, often in the late teens to early twenties, allow for an easier procedure and a quicker recovery. Younger patients tend to heal more swiftly and experience fewer post-operative complications.

How We Help You Relax During Treatment

At North Trinity Dental, your comfort and well-being are always our top priorities. We offer a range of sedation dentistry options, including nitrous oxide (laughing gas), oral sedation, and IV sedation, also known as conscious moderate sedation. We work with highly trained and experienced professionals who administer your sedation and monitor you throughout treatment. We strive to provide you with the highest quality care in a warm and welcoming environment.

Promoting Healing After Wisdom Teeth Extraction

Here are some tips to support healing and recovery after wisdom teeth extraction:

Make sure to follow your post-operative instructions to promote healing.
Take your prescribed pain relief medication, as needed, to address discomfort.
Apply cold compresses, as needed, to reduce swelling.
Refrain from using a straw, spitting, or smoking for 48 hours to avoid a painful condition known as dry socket.
Eat soft foods like mashed potatoes or apple sauce for the first few days.
Avoid hot or spicy foods that may irritate the extraction site.
After about 24 hours, rinse gently with warm salt water after every meal.
Continue gentle brushing and flossing while avoiding the extraction site.
If you experience increased pain or swelling or have any concerns, contact our office for guidance.