- What Is Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
- How Are Wisdom Teeth Extractions Performed?
- What Can I Expect After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
- What Are the Benefits of Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
- Wisdom Tooth Extractions Reviews
- Am I a Candidate for Wisdom Tooth Extractions?
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Regain Your Comfort with Wisdom Tooth Extraction
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What Is Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Wisdom teeth, the third and last set of molars, typically emerge in the late teenage years. Located at the back of both dental arches, wisdom teeth often lack enough space to fully develop. This can make them difficult to keep clean, leading to a higher risk of infection or decay. In many cases, wisdom teeth can become impacted, misaligned, or fail to emerge properly, causing various dental issues. Dr. Cathleen Coyne specializes in wisdom teeth removal for patients in Franklin, TN, helping improve oral health and prevent misalignment or decay. If you or a family member are experiencing discomfort or complications from impacted wisdom teeth, schedule a consultation at Coyne Oral Surgery to explore your treatment options.
How Are Wisdom Teeth Extractions Performed?
Wisdom tooth extractions at Coyne Oral Surgery are typically performed under mild anesthesia, with sedation options available for added comfort if needed. In many cases, Dr. Coyne will need to remove the impacted teeth, which may require an incision in the gums and sometimes splitting the tooth for easier removal. Depending on your needs, all wisdom teeth can often be extracted in one session. Sutures are used to help with healing, and our team will provide aftercare instructions to guide your recovery.
Recovery from wisdom tooth extraction typically takes a few days. Most discomfort will ease within 2 – 3 days, though mild pain may last up to a week. You'll be able to eat soft foods shortly after the procedure, but it may take up to a week before you can return to eating normally. Following Dr. Coyne's aftercare guidelines will help speed up your recovery and reduce complications.
What Can I Expect After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Patients who receive deeper forms of sedation, such as oral sedation or IV sedation for wisdom teeth removal, will need a responsible adult to drive them home after their procedure. During the first few days after tooth extraction, following proper wisdom teeth aftercare instructions is essential for healing and preventing complications. It is important to avoid spitting, using a straw, consuming very hot or cold foods and beverages, and using tobacco or vaping products, as these habits can dislodge the protective blood clot and increase the risk of dry socket after tooth extraction. Some swelling, tenderness, and discomfort are common after wisdom teeth extraction and can typically be managed with prescribed or over-the-counter pain medication, along with cold compresses to reduce inflammation. Our team will provide detailed guidance to support proper healing, protect your oral health, and minimize discomfort, and we will schedule a follow-up visit to monitor your recovery and ensure your surgical sites are healing as expected after your tooth extraction procedure.
What Are the Benefits of Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Wisdom tooth extraction offers several key benefits, especially if your wisdom teeth are causing discomfort or other dental issues. These benefits include:
- Prevention of pain caused by impacted or misaligned wisdom teeth
- Reduction of risk of infection by eliminating hard-to-clean teeth
- Protection of surrounding teeth from potential damage or misalignment
- Avoidance of future complications like decay, cysts, or jaw issues
Wisdom Tooth Extractions Reviews
Everything was over the top.. from the interior decor to the smiles from the staff. I had a tooth extraction. It took no time. The assistant as well as the entire staff was super nice and comforting. I would definitely recommend Coyne Oral Surgery.
I went in for a cracked tooth extraction and implant. While waiting for that procedure, the staff reviewed my x-rays and recommended taking the wisdom teeth and doing another implant for a tooth extraction from about 5 years back. My wisdom teeth were causing crowding and they guided me to an excellent decision. Since I was there already and was going to be sedated anyway, why not remedy the wisdom teeth issue and do both implants. I didn't feel pressured in any way. It was a great suggestion and I have absolutely no regrets. It was a lot of work in one sitting, but these folks are elite. I'm twelve days post procedure at the time I'm writing this and recovery is going just fine. I highly recommend Coyne.
Had my wisdom teeth extracted with Dr. Coyne around a year ago today. They were impacted and she did a great job. My husband is now getting his extracted this week from her as well, and I know he and others will be in good hands if they choose her and her team. Her surgical assistant is top tier, talked with me prior to sedation due to my fears and severe dental anxiety. They were patient and so kind to me, you don’t find many places that treat and care for you more than just a patient in their office. 🦷 💜 Even after the procedure I asked for a picture with Dr. Coyne 🙂
Dr. Coyne and her staff are amazing. Took exceptional care of my daughter for her wisdom teeth. They explained everything from what to expect during and after and put her at ease for the procedure. Highly recommend Coyne Oral Surgery.
No one looks forward to going to the dentist and especially getting a tooth pulled. When I found out my insurance wouldn’t pay for me to be put out Dr. Coyne and her staff made this experience the best it could possibly be. Dr. Coyne’s nurse talked me through the process and eased my anxiety, and encouraged me that I could do it with just the Nitrous Oxygen and she would be right there to talk me through everything. She was very kind and compassionate, because I was very nervous about it. This saved me a lot of money out of pocket, I mean A LOT of money. I’m so glad she encouraged me because the whole procedure only lasted a few minutes and I didn’t feel any pain, plus I saved a ton of money because of her encouragement and I probably wouldn’t have even tried to do it without her encouraging me to. Dr. Coyne did a wonderful job and my recovery was very easy as well. Afterwards, they called to check in on me. You can tell they care about their patients at this practice. It was also easy to get an appointment and the office was very clean and comfortable. I highly recommend them if you have any extractions or oral surgeries you need.
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Am I a Candidate for Wisdom Tooth Extractions?
Wisdom tooth extractions are often advised when third molars create pressure, infection risk, or alignment concerns. Even asymptomatic wisdom teeth may require removal if future complications are likely. You may be a candidate for wisdom tooth extractions if you:
- Have impacted or partially erupted wisdom teeth
- Experience recurrent swelling or discomfort
- Show signs of crowding
- Have cyst formation near third molars
- Are in good overall surgical health
In some cases, wisdom teeth may be safely monitored. Our team will review imaging and determine whether proactive removal is the most appropriate approach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I eat after wisdom tooth removal?
Stick to soft foods like mashed potatoes, soup, or yogurt for the first few days after your procedure at Coyne Oral Surgery. Avoid hard, crunchy, or sticky foods that could irritate the extraction site. Gradually reintroduce regular foods as you feel comfortable and your mouth heals.
What are the risks of waiting to remove wisdom teeth?
Delaying removal can lead to complications like pain, infection, or damage to surrounding teeth. Impacted wisdom teeth can also cause misalignment or create cysts, which may require more extensive treatment later. Timely removal helps prevent these issues and maintains your oral health in Franklin, TN.
What should I do to prepare for my appointment?
Follow any instructions provided by Dr. Coyne, such as fasting if sedation will be used. Arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure, as you may still be groggy. Stock up on soft foods and any prescribed medications to make your recovery as smooth as possible.
Regain Your Comfort with Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Wisdom teeth removal is an important procedure for preventing complications that can arise when these teeth don't emerge properly. Dr. Coyne and our team are pleased to provide wisdom tooth removal surgery for Franklin, TN patients to protect their smiles from pain, infection, and misalignment. If you're experiencing issues with your wisdom teeth, don't wait to seek care. Schedule a consultation at Coyne Oral Surgery today and take the first step toward better oral health.