Wisdom Teeth Removal
in Burlington & Cambridge, MA

Wisdom teeth, or third molars, typically emerge when you’re in your late teens or early 20s, although it’s not uncommon for them to erupt earlier or later than this. Often, these teeth are able to fully erupt without causing any issues. For other patients, wisdom teeth remain trapped below the gumline, either fully or partially. This is called impaction and it can cause pain and damage to surrounding teeth, tissue, and bone. In these cases, wisdom teeth need to be extracted to prevent complications that could affect your jawbone and overall oral health.

Oral & Facial Surgery Centers of Massachusetts provide wisdom teeth removal in Burlington and Cambridge, MA. Our oral and maxillofacial surgeons are experts in oral surgery procedures and can treat a variety of conditions affecting the mouth and jaw. Call today to learn more or to schedule an appointment.

Not all wisdom teeth need to be removed. Here are some situations in which we might recommend extraction:

• One or more wisdom teeth are full impacted
• One or more wisdom teeth are partially impacted, which means part of the tooth has erupted while the rest is trapped under the gum tissue
• A wisdom tooth is infected
• You have trouble brushing and flossing your wisdom teeth
• Your wisdom teeth are causing headaches or jaw pain
• We see signs that your wisdom teeth will cause future oral health issues

At Oral & Facial Surgery Centers of Massachusetts, our doctors specialize in wisdom teeth extractions and other oral surgery procedures. Our maxillofacial surgeons have extensive training in oral surgery, facial trauma, and reconstructive surgery. Here are some of the reasons why patients choose our practice:

• We offer a variety of sedation options to help you feel relaxed and comfortable.
• Our office has state-of-the-art 3D cone-beam CT scan imaging and digital intraoral scanning equipment for more accurate planning.
• Each of our doctors is board-certified, so you can feel confident knowing you’re getting expert care.
• We always put our patients first with individualized, professional, and compassionate treatment.

What happens if I never get my wisdom teeth removed?

Although wisdom teeth extraction used to be a rite of passage for young adults, these days we usually only remove them if they’re causing issues. If your wisdom teeth are causing pain and discomfort because they’re fully or partially impacted, you can expect that this will continue until you have them extracted. These teeth are at higher risk of infection and may damage surrounding teeth.

At what age should my wisdom teeth erupt?

Wisdom teeth usually erupt when patients are in their late teens or early 20s.

Is a wisdom tooth extraction painful?

You’re likely to feel some pressure, movement, and pulling during a wisdom tooth extraction, but you won’t feel any pain with local anesthesia. Many patients with fully or partially impacted wisdom teeth opt for IV sedation, which allows them to feel as if they’ve slept through their procedure.

Is it bad to have all four wisdom teeth removed at once?

No, we recommend that if you need all of your wisdom teeth extracted, you have them all removed at the same time. This saves you time and money, especially if you choose to be sedated.

What are the benefits of removing my wisdom teeth?

Removing your wisdom teeth will alleviate any pain and discomfort you’re experiencing, and also lower your risk of infection, gum disease, and tooth decay.

Contact us today to learn more or to schedule an appointment.