Wisdom Teeth Removal
Common oral surgery procedure extracting third molars (wisdom teeth) to prevent crowding, impaction, and oral health complications.
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About Wisdom Teeth Removal
Wisdom teeth removal is performed when third molars cannot properly erupt due to insufficient space, causing crowding, impaction, decay, or gum disease. Modern extraction techniques use advanced anesthesia options and surgical methods for optimal patient comfort and outcomes.
Key Information
Cost Range
₹120 - ₹4175
Recovery Time
3 days to 2 weeks, with most patients returning to normal activities within 1 week
Results Duration
None
Procedure Types
Standard
Who Can Perform This Procedure?
Wisdom Teeth Removal should be performed by qualified doctors specializing in:
- Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeries
- Plastic Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
Procedure Details
Procedure duration 45 minutes to 1 hour with local anesthesia, sedation, or general anesthesia options. Surgical steps include gum incision (if needed), bone removal for impacted teeth, tooth sectioning for easier removal, site cleaning, and suturing. Recovery involves specific post-operative care protocols.
Procedure Types
Standard
A variation of Wisdom Teeth Removal
Procedure Duration
Surgery Time
1-3 hours
Hospital Stay
Outpatient procedure
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Ideal Candidates
Patients ages 17-25 with impacted wisdom teeth, insufficient jaw space, risk of crowding other teeth, decay/gum disease in wisdom teeth, or preventive removal before problems develop. Earlier removal (18-24) typically has better outcomes.
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Recovery Process
None
Benefits
Prevents tooth crowding and misalignment, eliminates infection risk, improves oral hygiene accessibility, prevents cyst formation, reduces jaw pain and discomfort, maintains overall oral health.
Risks
Common minor risks include swelling, bruising, bleeding, jaw stiffness. Uncommon serious risks include dry socket (3-5%), infection, nerve damage causing numbness, sinus complications (upper teeth only).
Important Note
All surgical procedures carry risks. Discuss your specific concerns with your doctor before making any decisions.
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