At Forest Road Dental, we perform wisdom tooth extractions regularly for patients across Hurstville and surrounding areas. Many people are unaware they have wisdom teeth until they begin to emerge, typically between the ages of 18-21. Over time, human evolution has reduced the need for wisdom teeth, as our diets have become more refined, and our jaws have gotten smaller. This often leads to a lack of space for these additional molars.

Impacted wisdom teeth can lead to several issues, with pain being the most common reason patients seek treatment. This discomfort is often caused by infection in the gums around the wisdom tooth (known as pericoronitis) or decay, as wisdom teeth are difficult to clean due to their location. Left untreated, infections can spread and lead to more severe complications, including difficulty breathing and other health concerns.

Wisdom teeth can also cause overcrowding, shifting surrounding teeth and impacting alignment. Patients often visit us with concerns about this crowding, especially affecting the front teeth.

At Forest Road Dental, we have the expertise and experience to safely and effectively remove wisdom teeth, typically using local anaesthesia, ensuring that patients remain completely numb and comfortable during the procedure. Unlike many practices that refer patients for removal under general anaesthetic, we perform most extractions in the dental chair, avoiding the additional costs associated with hospital and anaesthetist fees.

However, if necessary, we can arrange for wisdom teeth to be removed under general anaesthetic in a hospital setting, with care provided by a specialist anaesthetist.

Our experienced team has safely removed many wisdom teeth for patients throughout Hurstville and beyond. If you're experiencing pain or discomfort due to your wisdom teeth, contact Forest Road Dental today to schedule a consultation.