Pain, swelling, or pressure at the back of your mouth can make eating and cleaning difficult. The wisdom teeth, which typically appear in the late teens or early twenties, are the last molars to erupt. Some grow normally. Others become impacted, partly erupt, or trap food and bacteria.
At Morrison Dental, we provide Wisdom Tooth Extractions in Fort McMurray after an examination and digital X-rays confirm that removal is appropriate. Our dentist in Fort McMurray will explain whether the tooth can be removed in our clinic or should be referred to an oral surgeon.
Wisdom tooth extraction removes a third molar that is painful, impacted, infected, difficult to clean, or at risk of harming a nearby tooth. The dentist examines the area, reviews an X-ray, numbs the tooth, completes the extraction, and gives you aftercare instructions. An oral surgeon may be consulted in complex cases.
The wisdom teeth are located at the back of the mouth as third molars. They often appear in the late teens or early twenties, though timing varies. Some people do not develop all four, and some have enough space for them to erupt without causing problems.
Problems can develop when a wisdom tooth stays under the gum, comes in at an angle, or only partly emerges. These positions make the area harder to clean and can contribute to pain, gum inflammation, decay, infection, or damage to the tooth beside it.
Not every wisdom tooth needs removal. Our dentist may recommend extraction when an examination and X-ray show that keeping the tooth could affect your oral health.
Many straightforward wisdom tooth extractions can be completed by a general dentist. Before recommending treatment, we review the tooth’s position, root shape, and distance from nearby nerves or the sinus.
If the tooth is deeply impacted, close to important structures, or expected to require a more complex surgical approach, we will refer you to an oral surgeon. The referral is based on safety and the findings from your examination and X-ray.
Your treatment plan depends on whether the tooth is fully erupted or impacted. We will review the steps before treatment and answer your questions.
The area is numbed before the procedure. You may feel pressure or movement, but the goal is to keep you comfortable and prevent sharp pain during the extraction.
The dentist gently loosens and removes the tooth. If it is impacted, a small opening in the gum may be needed to reach and remove it.
Dissolving stitches may be placed after the tooth is removed. Before you leave, we explain how to protect the socket, manage normal swelling, and know when to call the clinic.
Morrison Dental provides wisdom tooth assessments and extractions at 9914 Morrison St #201, Fort McMurray, AB. Our general dentist explains the X-ray findings, treatment options, and expected recovery in plain language.
If you have pain at the back of your mouth, call 780-743-3570 or book an appointment online. Patients looking for a dentist near me can visit our dental clinic in Fort McMurray for an assessment and clear next steps.
Some soreness, swelling, and light bleeding can occur after an extraction. Recovery varies with the position of the tooth and the complexity of removal. Follow the instructions given for your case.
The healing area is shielded by a blood clot that forms in the socket. Bite on gauze as directed and avoid touching or disturbing the site.
Do not use straws or smoke while the socket begins to heal. Suction and smoking can disturb the clot and increase the risk of dry socket.
Use medication and cold packs only as directed by your dentist. Pain and swelling should begin to improve as healing progresses.
Choose soft, cool or lukewarm foods, and chew away from the extraction site. Avoid hard, crunchy, or very hot foods until your dentist says you can return to your normal diet.
Brush the rest of your teeth gently. Follow the clinic’s instructions about when to rinse and when to begin cleaning closer to the extraction site.
Contact Morrison Dental if bleeding does not slow with firm pressure, pain or swelling becomes severe or gets worse, you develop a fever or bad taste, or you feel unwell. Severe swelling that affects breathing or swallowing requires emergency medical care.
For urgent dental concerns, visit our emergency dental care page or call the clinic. Do not wait for a routine follow-up if symptoms are worsening.
An examination is the only reliable way to know whether a wisdom tooth needs removal. Our dentist will check the tooth, review any required X-rays, and explain whether monitoring, extraction, or referral is appropriate.
Call 780-743-3570, send us a message, or request an appointment online. All procedures are provided by a general dentist, and referrals are arranged when a case requires specialist care.
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Third molars at the back of the mouth are wisdom teeth. Usually, they show up in their late teens or early twenties. Some grow normally, while others become impacted, partly erupt, or do not have enough room to come in properly.
A dentist may recommend removal when a wisdom tooth causes pain, repeated infection, decay, gum problems, crowding, or damage to a nearby tooth. Not every wisdom tooth needs extraction. The recommendation should be based on an examination and X-ray findings.
Local anesthetic numbs the area before the extraction. You may feel pressure or movement, but you should not feel sharp pain during the procedure. Soreness and swelling can occur afterwards, and your dentist will explain how to manage them.
The cost depends on the number of teeth, whether each tooth is erupted or impacted, the complexity of removal, required X-rays, and whether referral is needed. After an examination, Morrison Dental can provide a personalised estimate. Insurance and CDCP coverage vary by patient and plan.
Many patients return to light daily activities within a few days, but tenderness and swelling may last longer. The gum continues to heal after you feel better, and complex extractions may require more recovery time. Follow the aftercare instructions provided for your case.
