WISDOM TOOTH EXTRACTIONS

Wisdom teeth are the third molars that typically erupt between the ages of 17 and 25. They are the last teeth to erupt and are often the most difficult to clean. Many patients have chosen Dr. Zach Hentges to remove their wisdom teeth due to his expertise and care. He is a trusted dentist in Mesa, AZ and has been in practice for over 10 years. He has the experience and skill to remove wisdom teeth with ease and comfort.

Dr. Hentges will diagnose if the wisdom teeth should be extracted by examining the patient's teeth and taking a panoramic x-ray that shows the wisdom teeth and the surrounding teeth. If the wisdom teeth are impacted, causing pain, infection, or other problems, they should be extracted. In some cases, the patient is referred to an oral surgeon for the extraction due to the complexity of the extraction.

Wisdom teeth extractions are typically performed under local anesthesia, with the patient awake. During the procedure, Dr. Hentges will ensure the patient is comfortable and relaxed as possible during the procedure, using the most advanced techniques and equipment to ensure a successful extraction.

After the wisdom tooth extraction, the patient will need to follow the aftercare instructions provided by Dr. Hentges. This includes taking pain medication, avoiding smoking and drinking through straws, eating soft foods, and avoiding hard foods. It is normal to experience some swelling and pain after the extraction, which can be managed with icing the area for the first 24 hours (wrapped in a cold compress for 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off) and taking over-the-counter pain medication.