Wisdom Tooth Extractions – Dallas, TX

When is a Wisdom Tooth Extraction Really Necessary?

Sometimes, the wisdom teeth come in just like regular teeth and don’t cause any issues. However, this is fairly rare. Most of the time, they need to be extracted because they are:

• Causing pain toward the back of the mouth
• Pressing on the nearby teeth
• Changing how the bite fits together
• Creating a gum flap that is trapping food and bacteria
• Developing frequent cavities
• Developing infections or cysts

Wisdom Tooth Extraction Aftercare

A wisdom tooth extraction is minor oral surgery, so following the right aftercare protocols is very important. The day of the procedure, the patient needs to take the rest of it off and not move around too much. This will allow the treatment area(s) to clot and heal properly. To that end, spitting, drinking with a straw, and brushing the teeth should be avoided for the first 24 hours as well. A patient should stick to a soft food diet for a week or so, which is why we recommend stocking up on items like yogurt, pudding, soup, and similar ones before the procedure.

The Wisdom Tooth Removal Process

After you settle comfortably into the treatment chair, we’ll numb your mouth so you can continue to relax. Then, when you’re ready to begin, we will make an incision in your gums to access the tooth. From there, we will remove it section by section and tend to the extraction site. Of course, if your wisdom teeth have broken through the gumline already, then that’s not necessary. In that case, we can grip the tooth, rock it back and forth, and remove it before cleaning the extraction site and stitching the wound closed.

Understanding the Cost of Wisdom Tooth Extractions

When you need a wisdom tooth extraction, you’re likely focused on getting care so your discomfort can be removed. And that’s the way it should be! At Ross Avenue Family Dental, we don’t want you to have to worry about affording treatment. Below, you’ll find information about the costs involved in a wisdom tooth extraction. While we can’t give you an estimate until we get a better sense of your needs, we can provide an overview of ways you can save money at our practice. If you have any questions, be sure to give us a call!

Factors That Can Impact the Cost of Wisdom Tooth Extractions

The reason it’s difficult to pin down a cost estimate before seeing you for a consultation is that there are several factors that can impact the cost of wisdom tooth extractions. For example:

• If you only need one tooth removed, that’s generally cheaper than extracting multiple.
• We’re happy to perform simple extractions, but surgical extractions are more complicated and often require the services of a specialist.
• Including dental sedation in your treatment plan can help you have a positive experience – just keep in mind that this will add to your overall expenses.

Does Dental Insurance Cover Wisdom Tooth Extractions?

Fortunately, most dental insurance plans cover at least part of the costs of wisdom tooth extractions, and we accept the vast majority of policies, including Medicaid and CHIP! If you’d like help understanding your benefits and the details of your plan, just let us know. We’re happy to review the fine print and make sure our patients are getting the most out of their premiums!

How to Make Wisdom Tooth Extractions More Affordable

If you don’t have dental insurance, there are still ways we can help make your tooth extraction in Dallas more affordable. We partner with both CareCredit and Sunbit; third-party financiers who offer several little-to-no-interest flexible payment plans. Basically, this means you can break down your total bill into smaller, more manageable monthly installments. Many of our patients appreciate the option to pay at their own pace!