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Wisdom Tooth Extractions

Wisdom Tooth Extractions near Manhattan Beach, CA

The wisdom teeth are also known as the third molars, and they erupt at the back of the mouth, usually when a person is in their late teens or early adulthood. Most people, however, do not have enough room in their mouth to accommodate these extra teeth. At Manhattan Beach Dental Solutions, we perform wisdom tooth extractions to prevent our patients from developing pain, infection, or misalignment caused by wisdom teeth.

Emergency wisdom tooth extraction

Ideally, you see your Manhattan Beach dentist every six months for your routine cleaning and dental exam, making it easy to keep up with the development and potential eruption of your wisdom teeth. The best practice is to have wisdom teeth extracted before they can cause any oral health problems.

Here are some facts to know:

  • Impacted wisdom teeth do not always break through the gums.
  • A wisdom tooth that does erupt through the gum is called a partially impacted wisdom tooth.
  • Symptoms of an impacted or partially impacted wisdom tooth can include swelling, jaw pain, stiffness, sensitivity, and infection.

It is important to let your dentist know immediately of any discomfort, irritation, or pain in between dental visits. These could be indications that your wisdom teeth are on the move and need to be extracted right away before they causing any damage.

Complications caused by wisdom teeth

In many cases, wisdom teeth that break through the gums do so incorrectly. There simply isn’t enough room in a person’s mouth for these additional teeth, so an impacted wisdom tooth will likely erupt at an angle, which can be very painful.

Impacted wisdom teeth could damage your oral health in many ways, including:

  • Crowding
  • Bite misalignment
  • Tooth damage
  • Infection
  • Decay
  • Jaw damage

Wisdom teeth are the only teeth that do not need to be replaced. Any other tooth loss or extraction should be followed by a dental restoration to prevent serious oral health problems or an altered appearance and to maintain the integrity of your smile and oral health.

How wisdom teeth are removed

Wisdom teeth are typically extracted when the patient is under anesthesia. The type of anesthesia needed and where the extraction takes place – dentist’s office, outpatient clinic, or hospital – will depend on how complex the patient’s case is, as well as the patient’s level of anxiety about the procedure.

  • An incision is made in the gum tissue to expose the tooth and bone.
  • Bone that blocks access to the tooth root is removed, in pieces if necessary.
  • Site is cleaned of debris.
  • Stitches are placed to close the wound.
  • Gauze is used to control bleeding and help with the formation of a blood clot.

Wisdom tooth extractions require that the patient be accompanied by someone who can escort them home safely from their appointment. Before leaving, you will be given detailed instructions about recovery, healing, and care, and what to do to address possible side effects like bleeding, swelling, and bruising. Recommendations for pain management, information regarding eating and drinking, and cleaning instructions will all be provided.

There is always a period of downtime following extraction to allow for healing. Your Manhattan Beach dentist will let you know when you can resume normal activity.

Wisdom tooth extraction in Manhattan Beach

Dr. Don Mungcal is a trusted, established dentist in Manhattan Beach and a skilled oral surgeon with years of experience in performing wisdom tooth extractions. If you are concerned about your wisdom teeth, or if you suspect that an impacted wisdom tooth has developed, contact Manhattan Beach Dental Solutions immediately to schedule a consultation 310-340-6663.

If you are concerned about your wisdom teeth, or if you suspect that an impacted wisdom tooth has developed, contact Manhattan Beach Dental Solutions immediately to schedule a consultation

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Meet Manhattan Beach, CA Best Dentist Dr. Don Mungcal

Dr. Don Mungcal Manhattan Beach Dental Solutions

Maintaining healthy gums and teeth has never been easier in Manhattan Beach, California with the impeccable services delivered by Manhattan Beach Dental Solutions. Outstanding personalized attention, emergency care, advanced methods, and trained staff make patients’ experiences smooth.

With almost three decades of clinical experience, Lead Dentist Dr. Don Mungcal focuses on understanding not only your dental goals and needs, but also you and your family’s medical history. He is passionate about staying abreast of modern dental technologies and spends several hundred hours annually on continuing education courses. Membership at the California Dental Society also enhances his knowledge and benefits his patients. Connect with Dr. Don Mungcal on Linkedin

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