Wisdom Teeth Removal
Fort Worth, TX
Your wisdom teeth, known as the third molars, are the last permanent teeth to emerge, typically around ages 17-21. They may not always require removal; however, wisdom teeth often need to be extracted to prevent issues such as overcrowding, impaction, infection, and to help maintain overall oral health and the integrity of your smile.
At Covenant Dental, we offer wisdom teeth removal services with your comfort and well-being in mind. We use the latest technology to assess and address third molars before they compromise your oral health. We invite you to contact our practice in Fort Worth to get started today!
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Providing gentle, anxiety-free care tailored to your unique needs
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Helping avoid teeth crowding and misalignment
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Preventing potential pain, infection, and damage to adjacent teeth
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Reducing the risk of cysts, tumors, or other complications
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Protecting your smile and preventing future dental problems
Why Would You Need to Have Wisdom Teeth Extracted?
The wisdom teeth usually don't have the space they need to come in the correct position, which is why they are often impacted or trapped in the jawbone, leading to pain, infection, cysts, and other complications. They may also emerge at the wrong angle, pushing the neighboring teeth out of alignment and leading to a crowded mouth. Being so far in the back of the mouth, the wisdom teeth are hard to clean properly, leaving them prone to developing cavities, gum inflammation, and infections.
At Covenant Dental, we typically advise our valued patients to have problematic wisdom teeth extracted to prevent complications. At times, we may recommend the proactive removal of your wisdom teeth if they have the potential to cause future problems.
What Can You Expect?
At Covenant Dental, we strive to provide comfortable, anxiety-free care. Before extracting your wisdom teeth, we will numb the area for your comfort. We also offer sedation dentistry options, if needed, to help you relax during treatment.
Following your wisdom teeth removal, you will need to apply gentle pressure by biting down on the gauze pads we provide. This helps control bleeding and encourages the formation of a blood clot that acts like a natural bandage, protecting the underlying bone and nerve while supporting the healing process.
Avoid drinking through a straw, smoking, or spitting in the days following your wisdom teeth removal so you don't accidentally dislodge the clot forming in the socket, which can potentially lead to a painful complication known as dry socket. Make sure to follow our post-operative instructions to promote healing and take your prescribed pain-relief medication, as needed, for a comfortable recovery.
Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Near Me in Fort Worth, TX
Want to learn more about wisdom teeth removal? If your third molars are causing pain, crowding, or other complications, it may be time to consider having them removed. At Covenant Dental, we use the latest technology, techniques, and sedation dentistry options to provide a smooth and comfortable patient experience.
Call us at (817) 204-6686 to schedule your appointment, or visit our online booking portal to choose the best time for you. We look forward to caring for all your dental needs.