Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Wisdom teeth extraction safely removes impacted, crowded, or problematic third molars, relieving pain and preventing damage to neighboring teeth, with a comfortable procedure and clear aftercare guidance.
Wisdom teeth don't always have room to grow in properly, which can lead to pain, crowding, or infection. Wisdom teeth extraction removes problematic third molars safely and comfortably, protecting the rest of your smile.
Wisdom teeth are the last molars to emerge, often in the late teens or early twenties, and frequently don't have enough space to erupt properly. This can lead to impaction, crowding, or recurring infection.
At Dental Greens, we assess each wisdom tooth individually using digital imaging, planning removal only when it's genuinely needed. The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia for your comfort.
We provide clear aftercare guidance to support smooth, fast healing, with support available if you have questions during recovery.
Benefits of Wisdom Teeth Extraction
- Relieves pain and pressure from impacted teeth.
- Prevents damage to neighboring teeth.
- Reduces the risk of infection and gum disease.
- Prevents crowding and shifting of nearby teeth.
- Performed comfortably under local anaesthesia.
- Clear aftercare support for smooth recovery.
The Wisdom Teeth Extraction Process
We start with a thorough exam and X-rays to understand the position and angle of each wisdom tooth. Once ready, the area is numbed, and the tooth is carefully removed with minimal impact on surrounding tissue.
Afterward, we provide detailed aftercare instructions covering diet, rest, and oral hygiene to help you heal quickly and comfortably.
Recovery & Aftercare for Wisdom Teeth Extraction
- Bite gently on gauze for about an hour after the procedure to support clotting.
- Avoid rinsing, spitting, or drinking through a straw for the first 24 hours, to protect the healing clot.
- Use cold packs on and off during the first day to ease swelling.
- Switch to warm salt-water rinses after meals from the second day onward.
- Stick to soft, cool foods initially, and avoid hot drinks, alcohol, and smoking for about a week.
- Keep exercise light for 3 to 5 days, and contact us if you notice worsening pain, odour, or swelling.
Who Is Wisdom Teeth Extraction Suitable For
This treatment is suitable for patients with impacted, partially erupted, or misaligned wisdom teeth causing pain, swelling, or crowding.
It's also recommended when wisdom teeth are difficult to clean properly, raising the risk of decay or gum infection in the back of the mouth.
During your consultation, we'll review X-rays and discuss whether extraction is necessary for your specific case.
Your Wisdom Teeth Extraction journey
Examination & Imaging
X-rays assess the position and angle of your wisdom teeth.
Anaesthesia
The area is fully numbed, with sedation options available if needed.
Extraction
The tooth is carefully removed, minimizing impact on surrounding tissue.
Aftercare Guidance
We provide clear instructions to support fast, comfortable healing.
Simple vs. Surgical Extraction
| Simple Extraction | Surgical Extraction | |
|---|---|---|
| Used for | Fully erupted, visible teeth | Impacted teeth or those broken at the gumline |
| Anaesthesia | Local anaesthesia only | Local, sometimes with sedation |
| Complexity | Quicker, less invasive | More involved, may need small gum incisions |
| Recovery | Typically a few days | Slightly longer, up to a week or two |
What Wisdom Teeth Extraction costs
| Wisdom tooth extraction | From ₹6,790 |
Starting price shown for reference only; final cost depends on whether the extraction is simple or surgical. Confirm current pricing at your consultation.
A closer look
Common misconceptions, cleared up
Everyone needs their wisdom teeth removed eventually.
Removal is only recommended when a wisdom tooth is impacted, crowded, or causing problems some people never need it removed at all.
Recovery always takes several weeks.
Most people feel back to normal within a few days to a week when they follow the aftercare guidance closely.
Dry socket happens to almost everyone after this procedure.
It's a genuine but uncommon complication, affecting a small percentage of cases, and avoiding straws and smoking greatly reduces the risk.
Why Choose Dental Greens for Wisdom Teeth Extraction
We only recommend extraction when it's truly needed, and we take care to make the procedure as comfortable as possible.
Our team stays available throughout your recovery, so you always have support if questions come up after treatment.
Common questions
They're often impacted, crowded, or angled incorrectly, which can cause pain, infection, or damage to neighboring teeth.
The procedure is done under local anaesthesia, so you shouldn't feel pain during extraction some soreness afterward is normal.
Most people recover within a few days to a week, following aftercare guidance closely helps speed healing.
Not always this depends on their position and whether they're causing problems; we'll assess each tooth individually.
Soft, cool foods are recommended for the first few days, gradually returning to a normal diet as healing progresses.
Dry socket happens when the healing blood clot is dislodged it's uncommon, affecting a small percentage of cases. Avoiding straws, smoking, and vigorous rinsing or spitting for the first 24 hours significantly lowers the risk.
Most extractions take around 45 minutes to an hour, depending on the tooth's position and whether it's impacted.
Many people return to light activities within a day or two, but we recommend avoiding strenuous exercise for about a week to protect the healing site.