Tooth extraction and wisdom tooth removal

Tooth extraction and surgical removal of wisdom teeth under local anaesthesia, precisely planned on a 3D CBCT scan.

When is extraction necessary?

  • the tooth is so badly damaged that it can no longer be restored,
  • the tooth is fractured below the gum line or in the root,
  • advanced periodontal disease has destroyed the bone around the tooth,
  • a wisdom tooth causes recurrent inflammation or pain, or damages the neighbouring tooth,
  • the tooth needs to be removed for orthodontic treatment.

Extraction is always the last option. Before deciding, we check whether the tooth can be saved with root canal treatment, a crown or periodontal treatment.

Wisdom teeth

Wisdom teeth often lack space, so they remain partially or fully impacted in the bone or gum. Recurrent gum inflammation (pericoronitis) can develop around a partially erupted tooth, and the tooth can damage the neighbouring molar. An impacted wisdom tooth that causes no problems does not always need to be removed – we decide based on the examination and an X-ray.

With lower wisdom teeth, the relationship of the roots to the inferior alveolar nerve is important. Before a more complex procedure we therefore take a 3D CBCT scan, which shows the exact position of the tooth and the nerve.

The procedure

  1. Examination and diagnostics – clinical examination, an X-ray and, where needed, a 3D CBCT scan, plus a review of the medicines you take.
  2. Local anaesthesia – you feel no pain during the procedure.
  3. Tooth removal – a simple extraction removes the tooth in one piece; an impacted wisdom tooth is sectioned into smaller parts where needed to minimise trauma to the bone.
  4. Wound care and instructions – the wound is sutured where needed and you receive written aftercare instructions.
  5. Follow-up – a check-up and suture removal where needed.

After extraction: what about the gap?

If a gap remains after the extraction, it can later be restored with a dental implant or a bridge. When an implant is planned, we discuss it before the extraction, as it is sometimes worth preserving bone volume during the procedure.

Price

The price depends on the complexity of the procedure – a simple extraction or the surgical removal of an impacted wisdom tooth. You will receive an exact price after the examination. Other prices are listed in our price list.

Who treats you

Frequently asked questions

Does extraction hurt?

The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia, so you feel no pain, only pressure. Afterwards, discomfort is usually mild and managed with painkillers.

How long does healing take after wisdom tooth removal?

Swelling and tenderness peak in the first 2–3 days and then gradually subside. The soft tissues heal within a few weeks; the bone fully remodels over a few months.

What can I eat after an extraction?

On the first day, eat soft, lukewarm food and avoid chewing on the treated side. Details are in the aftercare instructions.

Do I need to have all my wisdom teeth removed?

No. Correctly erupted, healthy wisdom teeth can be kept. We remove them when they cause problems or cannot be cleaned properly.

When can I have an implant after an extraction?

It depends on the bone and the site of the tooth. An implant can sometimes be placed at the time of extraction, but usually after a few weeks or months of healing.

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