Wisdom teeth removal and what to expect in Charlotte NC

Wisdom teeth removal is an experience that most adults in Charlotte NC will have at some point in their lives. But believe it or not, there are some people who do not require the removal of their wisdom teeth. These lucky people will have wisdom teeth coming in straight and they will also have healthy gums surrounding those teeth. For the rest of us, however, it is very common for wisdom teeth to come in at an odd angle which can cause a lot of problems.

How can wisdom teeth cause problems and what is the solution?

Wisdom teeth might grow in sideways or stay partially or completely covered by the gums. In these cases, the badly aligned wisdom teeth can push against the other teeth and create a whole host of difficulties within the mouth.  Bite misalignments, misalignment of surrounding, gum infections, pain, toothaches, and other such problems may develop. That is when it is time to call in the expert oral surgeon at Southpark Center.

Most of the time, it is in the best interest of patients to have their wisdom teeth completely removed. In most cases, the earlier the procedure is done, the better. Wisdom teeth removal procedures performed at an earlier stage prove to have less risk of complication and there is less chance that the new wisdom teeth will have caused any kind of damage or misalignments to the jaw and surrounding teeth.

Is it only oral surgeons who perform wisdom tooth extraction?

Both general dentists and oral surgeons perform wisdom tooth extraction procedures. Whether or not you will be required to see an oral surgeon to have your wisdom teethremoval taken care of largely depends on the complexity of your individual circumstance. However, some people may prefer to go to an oral surgeon for their wisdom tooth extraction simply because they feel more comfortable under the care of an experienced maxillofacial surgeon.

In fact, Charlotte NC residents who wish to go to an oral surgeon for wisdom teeth removal procedures can visit the oral surgery offices of Dr. Kevin Bond at The Southpark Center. At The Southpark Center in Charlotte NC, Dr. Kevin Bond will perform a detailed examination of your teeth that includes x-rays in order to determine whether or not your wisdom teeth are aligned properly and whether or not they pose the threat of causing dental issues in the future. In this regard, it is generally recommended that patients go to their dentist or oral surgeon during the middle of their teenage years for a wisdom tooth evaluation.

Typically, Dr. Kevin Bond performs wisdom tooth extraction procedures while his patients are under local anesthesia. In some cases, general anesthesia may be necessary or preferred by the patient. After the procedure has been performed, patients will receive an appointment to return one week following the surgery in order to have their sutures removed.

Get in touch with Dr. Kevin Bond for your wisdom tooth extraction today

If you live near Charlotte NC, and would like to learn more about Dr. Kevin Bond and wisdom teeth removal, get in touch with The Southpark Center today!