Wisdom Teeth Extractions in Pueblo, CO

About Wisdom Teeth Extractions

Wisdom teeth often create a lot of dental issues and discomfort for many patients, which can negatively impact one's quality of life. For this reason, Oral Surgery Specialists of Pueblo offers wisdom teeth extractions to bring relief and restore optimal oral health. When wisdom teeth come in (or erupt), they can put unwanted pressure on the surrounding teeth. This can cause shifting or cause outward protrusion because there isn't sufficient room in your upper or lower jaw for the wisdom teeth to erupt properly. This can also lead to other issues such as jaw pain, cysts, infection, gum disease, and damage to neighboring teeth.

Should I Get My Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Wisdom teeth extraction may be best if they are causing you pain or compromising your overall oral health. In many cases, wisdom teeth are unable to erupt properly, which can lead to a variety of dental problems. Wisdom teeth generally come in for most patients between the ages of 14 – 25. This can cause mild or chronic discomfort including facial swelling. To reduce these oral risks, we often suggest extraction to secure and maintain the health of your other teeth, gums, and jawbone.

How are Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Oral Surgery Specialists of Pueblo is dedicated to providing you with a positive patient experience. To help make you more comfortable, we typically incorporate sedation dentistry. This helps ensure you are relaxed and at ease while our surgeons perform the extraction(s) safely while you’re in comfort. In many cases, our surgeons will section or cut the tooth in several pieces to remove it carefully. This is our preferred method, as it is a minimally invasive approach. Our skilled team will strategically work around your surrounding healthy teeth to not disturb their integrity. Once your wisdom teeth have been removed, sutures may or may not be utilized for gum tissue regeneration and you will be free to return home.

What To Do After Wisdom Teeth Removal

Prior to your release on the day of surgery, we will review all Post-Operative Instructions with you. This way, you will understand how to best care for your mouth as it heals. If sedation dentistry was performed, you will need a responsible adult to accompany you to your appointment and carefully drive you home afterwards. Generally, we recommend that you keep to a soft food diet for the first few days to ensure proper healing of the tissue and extraction site. You should also avoid using straws to prevent unnecessary strain on your oral muscles. It's important to adhere to these care instructions to prohibit any unwanted complications.

Typically, our board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons will write a prescription for pain relievers or suggest the use of over-the-counter pain medication to ease swelling and discomfort. Follow-up appointments are generally not necessary after your surgery but may be considered based on your surgeon’s discretion. It's also essential to your oral health and well-being to maintain annual dental exams and bi-annual cleanings. We suggest building healthy oral habits such as routine brushing and flossing, as well.

Does Insurance Cover Wisdom Teeth Extractions?

Wisdom teeth extractions are typically covered in some form by most major dental insurance plans. Our Insurance Specialist Team will contact your provider to determine your coverage and any associated costs with your procedure. We want all of our patients to get the care they need, which is why we accept many payment forms including financing through CareCredit® and CredCompare. CredCompare involves a simple application process that performs a soft credit pull with no affect to your credit score. Once submitted for prequalification, CredCompare allows several different financing companies to review your patient profile and to compete for assistance in your healthcare investment.

Trusted Surgical Care

Oral Surgery Specialists of Pueblo is equipped to provide high-quality oral care you can trust. Although the thought of getting your wisdom teeth removed may not be super exciting, the benefits you will experience will be worth it for your short and long term oral health. Wisdom teeth can cause a lot of dental issues and can lead to more expensive solutions if left untreated. Contact our practice in Pueblo, CO if you or your loved one have wisdom teeth that are causing you pain.