Oral Surgery

Wisdom Teeth Removal in a Comfortable Office

Oral SurgeonMost people experience wisdom teeth, or third molars, breaking through their gums between ages 16 and 20. In many cases, there is not enough room for wisdom teeth to fit, which may cause additional dental problems. In these cases, the wisdom teeth must be removed.

Getting your wisdom teeth extracted is a routine procedure, which can be performed by an oral surgeon or sometimes an experienced dentist.

Why Do I Need My Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Wisdom teeth can:

  • Grow sideways
  • Partially erupt
  • Remain trapped beneath the gum and bone; commonly referred to as impacted.

These problems can lead to pain, swelling, stiffness, illness, and the misalignment of healthy teeth.

Usually oral surgeons recommend that patients get their wisdom teeth removed when they are younger because there are fewer complications with extractions and patient recovery time. The procedure for getting your wisdom teeth removed can take place under local anesthetic or under general anesthetic, depending on your preference.

Choosing an Oral Surgeon

The team at Colorado Dental Group includes an oral surgeon and a number of other dental professionals who work together to give you a comprehensive visit. Most patients will visit the oral surgeon for wisdom teeth removal, tooth extractions, dental implants, corrective jaw surgery or oral pathology.

Before your surgery, we will make sure you are properly sedated to avoid pain, anxiety, and discomfort during the procedure.

To set up an appointment with an oral surgeon, please call us at 719-355-2700 or fill out the form on our website. If you’re not sure if you need a surgeon, you can set up a consultation with one of our dentists who can assess your case.