Wisdom Teeth, Expertly Handled

For many teens and young adults, dealing with wisdom teeth is a common milestone that often brings questions and concerns. Because our jaws rarely have enough space for these final molars, an early evaluation is a crucial, proactive step to protect your long-term oral health. At Trinity Valley Oral Surgery, we specialize in making wisdom teeth removal a safe, comfortable, and straightforward experience. Give our team a call to schedule a consultation for you or your teen.

x-ray of Wisdom Teeth

Proactive Wisdom Teeth Removal

Our mouths are typically designed to hold 28 teeth comfortably. When the four wisdom teeth (or third molars) attempt to emerge, there often isn’t enough room. This can lead to a variety of problems that are best prevented before they ever begin. Without proper space, wisdom teeth can:

  • Lead to Crowding and Damage: An impacted tooth can exert constant pressure on the teeth next to it, potentially causing damage to healthy molars or disrupting the alignment of your smile.
  • Become “Impacted”: This means they get stuck beneath the gums or are blocked by other teeth, unable to emerge properly. They can grow at an angle, sometimes even horizontally into the roots of healthy molars.
  • Cause Pain and Infection: Partially emerged teeth create small openings for bacteria to get trapped, which can lead to painful and serious infections in the surrounding gum tissue.

Your Consultation and Clear Path Forward

Using our advanced i-CAT 3D imaging, Dr. Draper or Dr. Gibbins can get a precise, detailed view of how your wisdom teeth are developing beneath the gums. With this detailed view, we can talk you through our findings and give you an honest recommendation on whether removal is necessary and when the ideal time would be. Give our office a call to schedule this informative consultation today.

Ensuring a Safe and Comfortable Extraction

If removal is the right path forward, your comfort and safety are our highest priorities. As dual-degree and board-certified oral surgeons, Dr. Draper and Dr. Gibbins are licensed and highly experienced in providing IV sedation right here in our office. This allows you to rest comfortably and peacefully throughout the entire procedure.

Once you are comfortable, Dr. Draper or Dr. Gibbins will carefully remove the wisdom teeth. If a tooth is impacted, it may be divided into smaller, more manageable sections to allow for a gentler removal. Afterward, the sites are cleaned, and we often place dissolvable stitches to help the healing process. We take this precise and controlled approach because it minimizes disruption to the surrounding tissue, which means a smoother, more predictable recovery for you. The stitches we use typically dissolve on their own within a week or two.

What If I’m an Adult?

If you’re an adult who needs your wisdom teeth removed, you’re not alone. In fact, it’s very common. We understand you might have concerns that the procedure is more complex, and it’s true that adult bone is denser with more developed roots. This is exactly why our surgical expertise is so important. We use our advanced 3D imaging to map out your specific anatomy, allowing us to plan your procedure with a high degree of safety and precision. This careful approach is how we ensure a successful outcome, no matter your age.

Planning Your Procedure with Confidence

Navigating the financial aspects of care is an important part of the process. Our team is here to help you understand and maximize your dental insurance benefits. For any remaining costs, we partner with trusted financing companies like CareCredit to provide flexible payment options that fit your budget.

Don’t let concerns about wisdom teeth affect your health. Let our expert team provide the clarity and care you deserve.

Schedule Your Evaluation Today

Ready to take the next step? Give our Forney or Fate office a call, and let’s work together to protect your smile for the future.