Prevent Impaction and Protect Your Oral Health
Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the final set of teeth to grow into the mouth. Although some wisdom teeth grow in without causing any issues, it is common for these last molars to present with issues. Wisdom teeth have a tendency to grow sideways, become impacted, and cause oral health complications.
Though wisdom teeth generally emerge from the gums during early adulthood, they can start developing beneath the gums as early as age 11 or 12. It’s recommended that wisdom teeth are extracted to prevent future problems from arising.
Symptoms of Wisdom Teeth
Dental checkups are key to detecting the growth of wisdom teeth, and dentists generally refer patients to an oral surgeon when it’s time to have these teeth removed. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it may be time to get your wisdom teeth taken out:
- Tender or bleeding gums
- Jaw pain
- Red or swollen gums
- Ongoing bad breath
- Pain or difficulty when opening the mouth
- Seeing a wisdom tooth poking up through the gums
Top 3 Benefits of Removing Wisdom Teeth
- Prevent damage to nearby teeth
- Prevent or treat impaction
- Prevent dental shifting
The Process of Extracting Wisdom Teeth
During your first visit, we will take 3D CBCT scans of your teeth and mouth to get a clear understanding of the location and development of your wisdom teeth. Patients typically undergo general anesthesia during the extraction procedure.
After the anesthesia has been administered, your oral surgeon will lift the gum tissue to expose the wisdom teeth. Some teeth can simply be removed with forceps, while others may need to be broken into smaller pieces first. Any incisions will be stitched closed, and you will rest in our comfortable recovery area until the anesthesia wears off. Your designated driver will take you home.
After wisdom teeth are removed, you have the option to have them stored in a secure laboratory for future use in regenerative medicine. Amarillo Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery & Dental Implants is a certified Stemodontics® provider. We are happy to discuss your options for stem cell banking during your first appointment.
Wisdom Teeth Removal Cost and Other Questions
The cost of having wisdom teeth removed varies depending on the number of teeth, details of your insurance, and the type of anesthesia. Dr. Graves and Dr. Wilkinson have been trained to safely administer all types of anesthesia.
Hear From Wisdom Teeth Removal Patients
These patients can tell you about the firsthand experience undergoing wisdom teeth removal at our office.
Reviews From Our Wisdom Teeth Removal Patients
Ashley Reviews Her Wisdom Teeth Removal Procedure
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Ashley
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"Amarillo Oral Surgery was a great experience. It’s really nice to be somewhere that’s so clean, and just makes you feel safe and comfortable. I love all the staff here. They all are very friendly. The staff here at AOMS made me feel very comfortable every step of the way. The doctors here at Amarillo Oral Surgery are phenomenal. Dr. Wilkinson explained everything thoroughly, put my mind at ease when he did the IV, and everything was smooth sailing. The procedure went great. I would highly recommend Amarillo Oral Surgery to anyone that’s needing wisdom teeth removal."
Andrew Reviews His Wisdom Teeth Removal Procedure
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Andrew
Wisdom Teeth Removal
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"I was referred here by my dentist; I needed to get my wisdom teeth pulled out. It was just time to get them extracted. One of them was already out, and I could feel it causing me some pain, and they told me I might as well get both of them out right now. It’s a really relaxed environment in here and everything; it’s a nice building. Whenever I came in, it was just really quick—I mean, really easy process. I came in, and they got an X-ray real quick, and I signed some papers, and they set me up, and before I knew it, I was leaving. My recovery was pretty quick, pretty easy; I didn’t have any complications or anything. I just took the prescriptions like they told me, and everything just went as planned. Dr. Graves, he did a really good job. I think he was pretty quick with it. Everything went really easy, and I was pretty happy with the entire process and the fact that I didn’t have any complications with anything."
Samiya Reviews Her Wisdom Teeth Removal Procedure
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Samiya
Wisdom Teeth Removal
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"The staff here is good, and they are really friendly, and they are nice and welcoming. The doctors here are amazing, they’ll walk you through what’s going to happen with the procedure. Dr. Graves is a very kind doctor, and he’s very funny. He told me what they were going to do before, and I knew exactly what to expect. I would give Amarillo Oral Surgery five stars. Come see Dr. Graves, you’ll be so glad you came."
Lori Reviews Her Wisdom Teeth Removal Procedure
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Lori
Wisdom Teeth Removal
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"The doctors and the staff here make you feel like family. I feel super comfortable bringing my kids here. My thoughts on Dr. Graves is he’s a really amazing guy, very giving and very kind. With having this procedure done, my daughter is going to have an amazing smile. My overall experience at Amarillo Oral Surgery was amazing. If you live in Bishop Hills or Tanglewood, I would highly recommend Amarillo Oral Surgery. "
Ryne Reviews His Wisdom Teeth Removal Procedure
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Ryne
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Patient
"I came to see Dr. Graves because it was time to have my wisdom teeth taken out. They asked me a few questions, like where I went to school, and then they told me to count down from 10. I only got to nine, and I went to sleep. It wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be. It was pretty great actually. It took about two days for the swelling to go down, and my mouth didn't hurt at all. Dr. Graves is a really nice guy. He's funny, and he knows what to say, knows what to do. He's really good at his job. If any of my friends needed to get their wisdom teeth out, I'd definitely say go to Amarillo Oral Surgery."
Other Questions? We’re Here to Help
If you have questions about a procedure, financing, or anything else, please reach out to us at any time. Our team is here to help, and we look forward to caring for you and your loved ones.