WISDOM TEETH REMOVAL IN PR

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 Third molars, more commonly known as wisdom teeth, develop in the back of the mouth between the ages of 17–25. Some people develop all four molars, while others develop more or less than four or none at all. There are already second molars, which chew food, making third molars unnecessary for your mouth to function. By having wisdom teeth extracted as soon as possible, you protect your oral health by preventing many issues from having the chance to occur. Most patients undergo general anesthesia for wisdom teeth extraction.Dr. Lugo performs wisdom tooth extractions in the comfort of our office in Rincon, PR. We make the wisdom teeth removal process seamless and ensure your comfort at every step. Contact Ocean Vibes Dental  today to schedule a wisdom teeth consultation for you or your child. 

Some wisdom teeth fully erupt into the dental arch, while others remain trapped beneath the gums. These teeth are called impacted wisdom teeth, and they pose a great risk to your oral health.

A wisdom tooth may be partially impacted (a portion of it pokes through the gums) or fully impacted (none of the tooth is visible). Partially impacted teeth are magnets for cavity-causing bacteria and are difficult to brush and floss thoroughly. This increases your risk of developing infection and cysts or tumors forming around the tooth.

A fully impacted wisdom tooth threatens the health of adjacent teeth. It can damage other teeth roots or facial nerves and push your teeth out of alignment. Impacted wisdom teeth often cause pain and because their path of eruption is blocked, these teeth must be surgically removed.

 Untreated wisdom teeth can damage other molars, push teeth out of position, and cause bite problems. Third molars often cause ongoing pain, which is immediately remedied by having them removed. Some patients develop wisdom teeth without issues, but this is rare. The average adult mouth does not have room for an extra set of molars, and leaving them untreated puts your oral health at risk. Complications like dental overcrowding, impaction, infection, jaw pain, and more can all be avoided by having wisdom teeth extracted early. 

It may be time to have your wisdom teeth extracted if you experience any of the following symptoms:

• Pain or swelling in the back of the mouth
• Difficulty fully opening the mouth
• An unpleasant taste in the mouth
• Jaw pain or frequent headaches
• Chronic bad breath, even with good brushing habits
• Swollen gums
• Gums that easily bleed
• You can see the top of a wisdom tooth poking through the gum tissue

If you have noticed any of these symptoms, we encourage you to contact our practice today for an evaluation.

 At Ocean Vibes Dental Group, we walk you through every step of your care so you know exactly what to expect.  We take x-rays of your mouth to assess the size and position of wisdom teeth,  Most patients chose local anesthesia for wisdom teeth extraction.

On the day of your procedure, we will administer the selected form of anesthesia. Once it has taken effect, your doctor will remove any erupted teeth using forceps. To remove impacted teeth, your doctor will make an incision in the gums to access the tooth and carefully remove it. We may section the molar into smaller pieces to make removal easier. Sutures are placed as needed and you will be on your way home to begin the healing process.

The cost of having your wisdom teeth removed depends on how many wisdom teeth you have, your insurance and the overall complexity of surgery. Our staff will let you know how much your wisdom teeth removal will cost during your first visit. We accept many payment methods and financing options to help you afford the care you need. To find out how much your wisdom teeth removal procedure would cost, contact our practice to schedule an appointments.

At Ocean Vibes Dental ,we look forward to improving the oral health and comfort of you and your loved ones through the highest level of oral surgery care. Contact the office nearest you to learn more about wisdom teeth removal.

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(787) 823-1329