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No one wants to consider wisdom teeth removal, but sometimes it is a necessity because of the number of teeth that are growing in, how much room there is within the mouth or the angle in which they are growing in – or a combination of all three. Before you make an appointment with the dentist to have your wisdom teeth removed, there are a few things to consider. Necessity Wisdom teeth and wisdom teeth removal do not always have to coincide. Just because you have third molars coming in doesn’t automatically mean they have to come out. If you have two or even all four coming in, you may have room for them. Before you allow a dentist to schedule you for having them removed, be sure that they actually need to come out. In most instances, a dentist will only recommend extraction if they are growing in at an awkward angle or if they are going to cause overcrowding. You are always allowed to ask to see the x-rays if you question what is taking place within your mouth. Costs It’s important to look at the cost of wisdom teeth removal. It may not be a simple extraction, which means the costs may be considerably higher. Any time that you have impacted teeth, it may require anesthesia. This will add to the costs and dental insurance may not cover everything. This is why it’s important to find out what the costs are up front and find out how much insurance will cover. You are within your right to contact a few dental offices and find out what the costs are for wisdom teeth removal to ensure you are getting the best prices possible. By taking the time to review costs, you can save some money on the procedure. Surgery Surgery may be required for removing the wisdom teeth because of how impacted they are. The moment you find that wisdom teeth are being problematic, you need to make an appointment with the dentist. If you wait longer, you run the risk of needing surgery because the problem is only going to get worse with time. Not all doctors will do their own surgery – many will send you to an oral surgeon, which means you have someone you have never met before performing the surgery. Take the time to find out if you need surgery and who will be performing it. You may ask to meet with the oral surgeon ahead of time to ensure you feel comfortable with him or her. This will allow you to ask questions about the procedure, the healing process, and anything else that you may have concerns about. Wisdom teeth removal is different for everyone. You may not need it at all. However, if you do require the removal of these third molars, it’s important to consider the necessity, the costs, and whether surgery is required. This will ensure you ask the right questions leading up to the removal. With an oral examination and x-rays of the mouth, Bellaire Facial Surgery Center can evaluate the position of the wisdom teeth and predict if there may be present or future problems. Studies have shown that early evaluation and treatment result in a superior outcome for the patient. Patients are generally first evaluated in the mid- teenage years by their dentist, orthodontist or by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
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