How Are Wisdom Teeth Extracted?
The procedure for extracting wisdom teeth depends on the position of the impacted teeth. During a pre-extraction exam, your dentist will determine the position of the wisdom teeth and recommend the best procedure for extracting them. During a wisdom tooth extraction, the tooth and the surrounding tissue are first numbed with a local anesthetic. Your dentist may also administer a sedative to calm any anxieties about the procedure. Sedatives may include: nitrous oxide (otherwise known as “laughing gas”), an oral sedative, or an intravenous sedative, administered via an injection. The actual extraction procedure will vary by patient. Wisdom teeth that are trapped in soft tissue, but have fully erupted through the gum can be easily extracted with the same procedure as any tooth removal. However, if the wisdom tooth is underneath the gums and embedded in the jawbone, an incision into the gums will be required to remove the portion of bone that lies over the tooth. Your dentist may recommend
