Safe & Gentle Wisdom Tooth Extractions
While no patient wants to hear they need a tooth removed, sometimes it’s the best option to preserve their oral health. This is especially true for wisdom teeth, which often become impacted when they fail to emerge.
While there are a few exceptions, most people’s mouths don’t have enough space to accommodate the eruption of their wisdom teeth. This results in a vast majority of patients needing to undergo wisdom tooth removal.
At Lehigh Valley Oral Surgery & Implant Center, Dr. Chaudhry can quickly and painlessly remove your wisdom teeth. Read on to learn more about our removal process and how Dr. Chaudhry will ensure your comfort and safety throughout the procedure.
What Are Wisdom Teeth?
Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars that typically erupt during a patient’s late teens to early twenties. When a wisdom tooth is blocked from erupting properly, it becomes impacted. This can happen for several reasons, including not enough space in the jaw or interference from a neighboring tooth.
It’s vital to remove impacted wisdom teeth before they start to affect your health. Without treatment, impacted wisdom teeth can lead to oral infection or a misaligned bite, resulting in severe pain and other complications.
When Are Wisdom Teeth Extractions Necessary?
Dr. Chaudhry may recommend wisdom teeth removal if you experience:
- Severe tooth pain
- Inflamed or bleeding gums
- Pain or swelling around the jaw
- Persistent bad breath
- Cysts in the area
- Sinus problems
- Limited jaw function
Not everyone who has wisdom teeth needs to have them removed. Some patients’ jaws are wide enough to accommodate the extra set of molars. But many people do need wisdom teeth extracted for their health and the appearance of their smiles.
The Wisdom Teeth Removal Process
Dr. Chaudhry can remove your wisdom teeth in just one visit to our Bethlehem or Stroudsburg office. He’ll begin the procedure by administering a local anesthetic to numb the extraction area, ensuring you won’t feel any pain throughout the procedure. At your initial consultation, he’ll discuss your preference for anesthetic or IV sedation.
Once the area has been numbed, Dr. Chaudhry will open the gum tissue covering your wisdom tooth and separate it. This gives him easy access to your tooth, allowing him to remove it quickly and painlessly. After your tooth has been removed, he’ll stitch up your gums to begin the healing process.
Tooth Extraction Aftercare
The recovery period for wisdom teeth surgery is only a few days, but there are important tips and instructions that you’ll need to keep in mind to avoid complications. The most important day is the day of your surgery because the surgical area will be the most sensitive.
There are also a few things to avoid during your recovery period, including:
- Strenuous physical activity
- Drinking through a straw
- Rinsing your mouth
- Alcohol and tobacco
- Certain foods
For a more detailed list of instructions, visit our convenient wisdom tooth removal aftercare page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I drive myself home after a wisdom tooth extraction?
Depending on the type of anesthetic you’re administered, you may be able to drive yourself home. If you’re given general anesthesia or IV sedation, you’ll need to arrange a ride home following your procedure.
If you’re given a local anesthetic, you should be able to drive yourself home without a problem. However, we strongly recommend that you arrange a ride with someone regardless of the type of anesthetic provided.
What happens if I wait too long to get my wisdom teeth removed?
Impacted wisdom teeth can lead to infections, tooth decay, and severe misalignment that can affect the appearance and functionality of your smile. The longer you wait to get your wisdom teeth removed, the more oral health issues they can cause.
Dr. Chaudhry recommends getting treatment for your wisdom teeth as soon as possible. If you haven’t had your mouth examined for possible wisdom teeth issues, we recommend scheduling a consultation at our Bethlehem or Stroudsburg office.
How long does a wisdom tooth extraction take?
Dr. Chaudhry can extract your wisdom teeth in just one appointment at our Bethlehem or Stroudsberg office. Typically, each wisdom tooth takes between 30 and 45 minutes to remove. Your treatment time depends on the condition of your wisdom teeth and how many must be removed. Dr. Chaudhry will provide you with an accurate treatment timeline at your initial consultation.
Don’t Wait to Seek Treatment
If you have one or more impacted wisdom teeth, Dr. Chaudhry can remove them safely and comfortably. By having them removed as soon as possible, you can avoid painful complications in the future, saving you time and money in the process.
To schedule a consultation, call our Bethlehem or Stroudsburg office at (484) 821-1357. You can also fill out a contact form to request an appointment online.
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Gabriel Perez
November 12, 2021.
if i could give 10 stars i would . this place eased the pain i carried over 2-3 years at first i was skeptical because my past experiences, however they treated me good with respect.they really took care of me never have i seen a place so courteous. i think everyone in pain should go to this place it was the best for me . i had 7 extractions and they tookme in and i was seen in less than 2 weeks and the teeth were removed in about 20 minutes. they worked at god speed lol. great place. Thank you so much for taking care of me .
Nicole Perez
November 12, 2021.
This place is amazing. The staff are wonderful and very polite. My husband was in pain for years. We went to 2 different oral surgeons and for months they wasted our time. When I called Lehigh valley oral surgery, they listened and made appointments very fast. They even do (out of Network) referrals for insurance. Please if you are in pain and need to be seen this is the place for you. Thank you guys so much for everything you did for my husband.
Lauren O'Brian
November 11, 2021.
Very grateful that I was able to have my dental implant done with Dr. Chaudhry. He and his staff were professional and kind. They were sensitive to my concerns, and answered all of my questions thoroughly. Nicole, the implant coordinator, was especially supportive throughout the process. Thank you for making this experience as pleasant as possible.
Mateopuzzler
October 13, 2021.
Had an issue with my insurance didn't realize they type that I had so the information didn't go through, still saw me they day of my extraction and helped me square away my insurance. They are super friendly nice, and seem to be on top of their game. This place is highly recommended for a reason, this is the place to go.
Dori
October 12, 2021.
My son had 4 wisdom teeth removed. Initially the appointment was for March of 2020. Then the pandemic hit. They refunded my partial payment quickly. Fast forward to September of 2021. Rescheduling was no problem. From the front desk to the doctor and assistants, the staff was friendly and professional. They took new x-rays and found that the procedure was going to be less money! Everything went well. His recovery has been good. He still has some tenderness 3 weeks out. The only complaint I would mention is that we never received a call to check on his recovery. That would have been very nice.
Tami Giglio
September 30, 2021.
This place is great if you need oral surgery. Everyone is so nice and professional. And the facility is very clean. I highly recommend!!
Kristen VanFleet
September 24, 2021.
Had to have an emergency extraction. I was in so much pain and they were able to see me the very next day. The office staff starting with the receptionist was very pleasant courteous and professional. The hygienist was very kind and made sure I was comfortable. Dr Kim was excellent. I was given IV sedation and I’m not sure how I will be able to go back to having dental work without it because it made everything much better. They even sent me home with an ice pack which may seem like a small detail but it was a big help once anesthesia wore off. Choose this practice. You won’t regret it.
April S
September 11, 2021.
I went here a few days ago to get a molar pulled that was chipped and infected. I was completely terrified, so Dr. Farag brought someone in to hold my hand during the numbing shots, and her assistant offered to hold my other hand. She applied plenty of numbing gel, and only two out of all of the injections were painful because she had to inject the gum near the tooth of course, whereas the other shots were just more uncomfortable than anything. The nurses and assistants that held my hand were very sweet, encouraging, and made me chuckle a few times. Dr. Farag talked me through the whole procedure and gave me a break when I needed one. I'll be honest and say it wasn't completely painless, but I don't blame Dr. Farag whatsoever. She tried her best to numb me up, but the tooth was infected and probably couldn't be numbed entirely. Regardless, any pain I felt was probably on a scale of about 3-4, and only happened at certain times during the procedure; it wasn't constant. The pain from the infection felt way worse than anything I felt that day in that chair.
It was over pretty quickly. Her assistant stayed with me afterwards and talked with me until I was calm, since I found myself in a fit of tears after the tooth was pulled. I wasn't in pain afterwards, just really relieved, I think. Dr. Farag seemed to feel genuinely bad at how upset I was, and suggested that I be sedated next time or given anti-anxiety medication if and when I come back to get anything done. She's right, as I would say my own fear was probably the worst part of the experience.
I'm 3 days post-extraction and I feel fine. The bleeding stopped within a few hours when I got home, and the wound seems to be healing well. There is some soreness, a very minimal amount of swelling, and occasional twinges of pain in the area, but that's it.
I would recommended coming here if you need work done. Everyone here is very kind, caring and compassionate. They also honored the fact that I had panoramic x-rays prior, whereas some places will charge you for an x-ray even if you've already had one done.
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