Wisdom teeth are typically evaluated in the mid to late teens. Removal is often easiest and recovery is fastest when done between ages 17 and 25, before the roots are fully developed.
Safe, Comfortable Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Impacted or misaligned wisdom teeth can crowd your smile and lead to infection. Dr. Pybus removes them with sedation options that keep you relaxed and pain-free.
Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, typically emerge in the late teens to early twenties. For most people, there is not enough room in the jaw to accommodate them, which can lead to impaction, crowding, infection, and damage to adjacent teeth. At Pybus Dental in Amarillo, Texas, Dr. Charles Pybus evaluates and removes wisdom teeth before they cause problems.
Signs Your Wisdom Teeth Need Removal
Common signs include pain or swelling in the back of the mouth, difficulty opening your jaw fully, red or tender gums around a partially erupted tooth, persistent bad breath or an unpleasant taste, and crowding or shifting of your other teeth. Even wisdom teeth that are not causing symptoms may need removal if imaging shows they are likely to cause problems in the future.
The Extraction Process
Dr. Pybus uses digital x-rays or 3D imaging to evaluate the position and development of your wisdom teeth. The extraction is performed under local anesthesia, with sedation options available for patients who want additional comfort. The procedure is typically straightforward, and we provide detailed aftercare instructions to support a smooth recovery.
Recovery After Wisdom Teeth Removal
Most patients can return to normal activities within a day or two. Swelling and mild discomfort are common for the first few days but respond well to ice packs and prescribed or over-the-counter pain medication. We recommend soft foods for the first few days and careful oral hygiene around the extraction sites.
Schedule Your Wisdom Teeth Evaluation
If you or your teen are experiencing wisdom tooth symptoms or your dentist has recommended removal, call Pybus Dental at 806-354-2500 to schedule an evaluation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most patients return to normal activities within one to two days. Swelling peaks around day two to three and subsides over the following days. Full healing of the extraction sites takes a few weeks.
You can choose from several sedation options depending on the complexity of your case and your comfort level. Nitrous oxide and oral sedation are available at our office.
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Our Amarillo dental team is here to help. Whether you need a routine cleaning, a second opinion, or want to explore your options, we make scheduling easy.
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