Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are the last teeth to develop, and for most people, the jaw does not have enough room to fit them. When they cannot erupt properly, they often lead to pain, infection, crowding, and other complications that tend to worsen the longer they are left untreated.
At ProMax Implants & Oral Surgery, our experienced oral surgeons, Dr. Amogh Velangi and Dr. Rozbeh Hossieni, perform wisdom tooth removal using advanced 3D imaging, in-house sedation, and a natural-healing approach to keep you comfortable and help you recover quickly. Whether you have symptoms now or simply have not had your wisdom teeth evaluated, we are here to help.
Wisdom teeth sit at the very back of the mouth, two on top and two on the bottom. They usually try to come in during the late teens or early twenties, well after the rest of the adult teeth are already in place. With little room left, several issues can develop:
A persistent ache or feeling of pressure toward the rear of the mouth, often on one side, is one of the earliest signs of an erupting or impacted wisdom tooth.
Tissue around a partially erupted tooth can become inflamed and bleed easily, a sign that bacteria are collecting in a hard-to-clean area.
Inflammation can spread to the surrounding muscles, making it uncomfortable or difficult to fully open your mouth.
Pressure from an impacted tooth can radiate outward, causing ear pain or headaches that may not seem connected to your teeth at first.
A pocket around a partially erupted tooth can trap food and bacteria, leading to a bad taste or odor that brushing does not resolve.
Your visit includes a 3D CBCT scan that gives our surgeons a detailed, three-dimensional view of your wisdom teeth, the surrounding bone, and the position of nearby nerves. This level of detail is essential for safe, accurate planning. Your surgeon reviews the images with you and explains exactly what is recommended.
On the day of surgery, our in-house anesthesia team provides sedation [LINK TO ANESTHESIA OPTIONS] so you stay comfortable throughout the procedure. We will discuss the right level of sedation for your needs at your consultation, and most patients remember little to nothing afterward.
Dr. Velangi or Dr. Hossieni performs your extraction with careful, precise technique, including the experience needed for complex impactions and teeth positioned near important nerves. Most procedures take less than an hour, and our team is with you from start to finish.
We place platelet-rich fibrin [LINK TO PRF], made from a small sample of your own blood, into the extraction sites. PRF speeds healing, reduces swelling, and significantly lowers the risk of dry socket, all using your body’s own healing properties.
The first few days bring the most swelling and discomfort, which then steadily improve. Light bleeding and some stiffness early on are normal. With rest, soft foods, and gentle care around the sites, most patients are back to their routine within a week. Our team is available throughout your recovery to answer any questions.
Removing wisdom teeth, especially impacted ones or those near major nerves, requires surgical expertise. After dental school, an oral surgeon completes several additional years of hospital-based surgical training focused on extractions, anesthesia, and the management of complications.
Dr. Velangi and Dr. Hossieni have performed thousands of wisdom tooth procedures across every level of complexity. Patients and referring dentists throughout Scottsdale and Phoenix, AZ, trust our practice because this is the kind of surgery we perform every day.
The mid-to-late teens are often ideal, since the roots are not fully formed and recovery tends to be quicker. That said, wisdom teeth can be removed at any age when they are causing or likely to cause problems.
Not always, but all of them should be evaluated. Even teeth that are not currently bothering you can lead to problems over time. A 3D scan is the most reliable way to know.
The surgery is performed under sedation, so you will not feel it. Some soreness afterward is normal and manageable, and our use of PRF helps make recovery more comfortable.
Many plans cover wisdom tooth removal, especially when medically necessary. We review your benefits beforehand and offer financing for any remaining balance.
