Molar Surgery
Third molar extraction, also known as wisdom tooth extraction, is a common oral surgery procedure. It's often needed when third molars cause issues like: Pain, Tooth decay, Periodontal disease, Pushing against second molars, and Making it hard to brush all areas of teeth..
During the procedure, a surgeon will:
Give you anesthesia to numb your teeth and gums.
Make incisions in your gums to expose the teeth.
Loosen and lift the tooth from its socket.
Clean the area to prevent infection.
Place stitches to close the surgical site.
Place gauze over the sockets to slow bleeding.
While you can return to your normal routine after a few days, it can take up to two weeks to fully heal.
