Wisdom teeth (third molars) often cause problems when they don’t have room to erupt properly. Our oral surgery team in Bangalore performs hundreds of wisdom tooth extractions each year.
Signs You Need Wisdom Teeth Removal
Impacted Wisdom Teeth
When wisdom teeth are trapped beneath the gum or bone, they can cause:
- Severe pain in the back of the mouth
- Swelling and infection
- Damage to adjacent teeth
- Cyst formation
- Our impacted wisdom teeth guide covers this in detail
Partially Erupted Teeth
Wisdom teeth that partially break through the gum create a flap where food and bacteria accumulate, leading to:
- Recurrent infections (pericoronitis)
- Gum disease around the second molar
- Tooth decay on adjacent teeth
Crowding
Even fully erupted wisdom teeth can push other teeth forward, contributing to crooked teeth and undoing previous orthodontic treatment.
The Extraction Procedure
Simple Extraction
For fully erupted wisdom teeth:
- Local anesthesia numbs the area
- The tooth is loosened with an elevator
- Forceps remove the tooth
- Gauze is placed for clot formation
- Time: 5-10 minutes per tooth
Surgical Extraction
- Local anesthesia (or sedation for complex cases)
- Small incision in the gum
- Bone may need to be removed
- Tooth may be sectioned into pieces
- Stitches placed (dissolvable)
- Time: 20-45 minutes per tooth
Our painless dentistry protocols ensure maximum comfort during the procedure.
Recovery Timeline
| Day | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Bleeding oozes, swelling begins, soft diet |
| Day 2-3 | Peak swelling, mild-moderate pain |
| Day 4-7 | Swelling decreases, gradually resume normal diet |
| Week 2 | Most healing complete, stitches dissolved |
| Month 1-3 | Bone fills in the extraction site |
Recovery Tips
- Bite on gauze for 30-60 minutes after extraction
- Apply ice packs for the first 48 hours
- Take prescribed pain medications
- Eat soft foods (yogurt, soup, mashed potatoes)
- Avoid straws, smoking, and spitting (prevents dry socket)
- Sleep with head elevated
- Attend follow-up appointment
Risks of Not Removing Problematic Wisdom Teeth
- Recurrent infections and abscesses
- Damage to adjacent molars requiring root canal or extraction
- Cyst or tumor development
- Gum disease progression
- Cracked teeth in adjacent molars
- Chronic pain and bad breath
Cost in Bangalore
| Procedure | Cost |
|---|---|
| Simple extraction | ₹500 - ₹2,000 |
| Surgical extraction | ₹2,000 - ₹5,000 |
| Impacted (fully bony) | ₹5,000 - ₹10,000 |
| Sedation (optional) | ₹3,000 - ₹8,000 |
Wisdom teeth causing problems? Our oral surgery team in Bangalore provides expert extractions. Book now.
