Wisdom teeth don’t always come in as they are supposed to, and when they cause pain or crowding, removing them is often the simplest path to relief.
Dr. Yazan Alkhawam evaluates wisdom teeth early, before they become a bigger problem, and handles straightforward extractions right here in our office. For more complex impactions, we refer you to the right specialist so you always get the safest, most appropriate care for your specific situation.
Dr. Yazan performs many wisdom teeth extractions in office, including certain impacted teeth, so you can often avoid an extra trip to an oral surgeon. That means fewer appointments, less time off work or school, and care from someone who already knows your dental history.
Not every wisdom tooth is the same, and some impactions call for a level of surgical expertise beyond a general dentist’s scope. When that is the case, we make the referral process simple, so you get exactly the care your situation requires without added stress or confusion about next steps.
Not all impacted wisdom teeth are the same, and the type of impaction plays a big role in how they are treated. Teeth that are impacted upright, meaning they are angled in the correct direction but still stuck beneath the gum or bone, can often be removed right here in our office.
Teeth that are impacted horizontally, meaning they are angled sideways beneath the gum line, typically require a referral to an oral surgeon for safe removal. Dr. Yazan will always tell you exactly what type of impaction you have and what that means for your treatment, so there are no surprises about where your care will happen.
Wisdom teeth do not always cause obvious symptoms right away, which is why regular checkups and X-rays matter. Still, some signs are worth watching for. You may need your wisdom teeth evaluated if you are experiencing:
If any of these sound familiar, it is worth getting evaluated soon, since wisdom tooth issues tend to get more complicated the longer they are left untreated.
Wisdom teeth come with a lot of questions, especially about whether they need to come out at all. Here are honest answers to what patients ask us most, so you know what to expect either way.
Not necessarily. Some wisdom teeth come in properly aligned and cause no issues, while others lead to pain, crowding, or infection. Dr. Yazan will evaluate your specific teeth and let you know if removal is recommended.
It depends on how your wisdom teeth are positioned. Straightforward cases, including certain upright impactions, can often be handled in our office. More complex impactions typically require a referral to an oral surgeon.
Most patients feel significantly better within a few days, with full healing typically taking one to two weeks. We will give you clear aftercare instructions to help your recovery go as smoothly as possible.
