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Wisdom Tooth Extractions
Wisdom teeth often need to be removed, whether they are causing pain now or being managed early to protect your long-term oral health. Our friendly team is here to make the process comfortable, calm and straightforward.
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Wisdom Teeth Removal
Synergy Dental Group proudly offers wisdom teeth removal and general dentistry to patients across Parkdale and the surrounding bayside Melbourne suburbs. Wisdom teeth are the last molars to come through, usually in your late teens or early twenties.
Sometimes they erupt without any issues, but often there is not enough room and they become impacted, painful, or difficult to keep clean. When that happens, removal is often the best way to protect your comfort and your long-term oral health.
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Removing Wisdom Teeth Doesn't Need to Be Scary
Our advice is simple: try not to listen to the horror stories people love to tell. Come in without any preconceptions and you will most likely be pleasantly surprised. Your dentist will examine the area, usually taking an x-ray, to assess the position of your wisdom teeth, what needs to be done, how long it will take, and the cost.
Reasons for Removal
Not all wisdom teeth need to be removed. Well-positioned, healthy wisdom teeth that erupt properly can often be left alone. At your assessment we will let you know whether removal is recommended in your case, and why.
Impaction
Teeth stuck under the gum or against another tooth that cannot erupt properly.
Pain & Infection
Ongoing pain, swelling, or infection around a partially erupted wisdom tooth.
Crowding
Pressure on neighbouring teeth that can affect your bite or crowd your smile.
Decay
Wisdom teeth sit at the very back and are hard to clean, so they can develop decay.
Gum Problems
Inflamed or infected gum tissue around a wisdom tooth that is difficult to manage.
Cysts & Damage
Cysts or damage to nearby teeth and bone that can develop around impacted teeth.
How to Prepare
A little preparation goes a long way. Here is how to get ready for your appointment, and what to expect during recovery.
Before Your Appointment
Simple steps to get ready
Eat Before You Come In
Have something to eat beforehand. You will have a small injection and be numb for a few hours, so it helps to eat first.
Come In Without Preconceptions
Try not to listen to the horror stories. Come in with an open mind and you will most likely be pleasantly surprised.
Recovery & Healing
Everyone heals a little differently
Plan a Day or Two to Rest
Removal can be more involved than a simple extraction, especially when teeth are impacted, so allow a day or two to recover.
Consider a Friday Appointment
Booking on a Friday gives you the weekend to rest and recover before returning to work on Monday.
Ask About Sleep Dentistry
If you feel anxious, ask us about sleep dentistry so you can stay relaxed and comfortable throughout.
Follow Your Aftercare Instructions
We provide simple, written aftercare instructions to help the area heal and support a smooth, comfortable recovery.
The Multifaceted Benefits
Wisdom teeth removal at Synergy Dental Group is about more than taking out a tooth. It is gentle, well-planned care that protects your comfort and your smile.
Problem Resolution
Addresses issues like impaction, crowding, decay, and infection at the source.
Comfortable Experience
Gentle technique with local anaesthetic, and sleep dentistry available for anxious patients.
Pain Relief
Removes the source of ongoing pain and discomfort from problem wisdom teeth.
Protects Other Teeth
Helps prevent damage, crowding, and decay affecting neighbouring teeth.
Clear Aftercare
Simple, written aftercare guidance to support a smooth and comfortable recovery.
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Frequently Asked, Expertly Answered!
Have more questions? Our friendly team is always happy to chat.
When do wisdom teeth need to be removed?
Wisdom teeth usually need removal when they are impacted, cause pain or swelling, crowd other teeth, develop decay or gum infection, or form cysts. Not all wisdom teeth need to come out. Well-positioned, healthy ones that erupt properly can often be left alone.
Is wisdom tooth removal painful?
The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic, with sleep dentistry available for anxious patients or complex cases, so you should not feel pain during the extraction. Most people have mild to moderate soreness for a few days afterwards, which is well managed with simple pain relief and ice packs.
How long is recovery after wisdom tooth removal?
Most patients return to light activities within two to three days and feel mostly normal within a week. Full healing of the gum and bone takes around four to six weeks. Recovery is quicker for fully erupted teeth and longer for impacted ones.
What should I eat after wisdom tooth surgery?
Stick to soft, cool foods for the first day or two, such as smoothies, yoghurt, mashed potato, and soup. Avoid hot foods, hard or crunchy items, alcohol, and drinking through a straw, which can dislodge the blood clot.
What is dry socket and how can I avoid it?
Dry socket happens when the blood clot at the extraction site dislodges, exposing the bone. To reduce the risk, avoid smoking, alcohol, straws, and vigorous rinsing for the first day or two. If you notice throbbing pain a few days after surgery, contact us promptly.
Can I be sedated for my wisdom teeth removal?
Yes. We offer sleep dentistry for anxious patients and more complex cases, so you can stay relaxed and comfortable throughout your treatment. We will talk through your options at your consultation.