Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Why Wisdom Teeth Often Need to Go
Protecting Your Smile from Future Complications
Wisdom teeth, or third molars, typically emerge in the late teens or early twenties, but they often cause more harm than good. If there isn’t enough space for them to grow properly, they can become impacted, misaligned, or put pressure on surrounding teeth—leading to pain, infection, or crowding.
At Red Bank Smiles, Dr. Klayman evaluates each patient’s wisdom teeth to determine if extraction is necessary, ensuring a smooth and comfortable procedure to prevent future dental issues.
A Simple Procedure to Protect Your Smile
What Is Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Wisdom tooth extraction is a routine procedure to remove one or more third molars before they cause problems such as:
✔ Impaction – When the tooth gets stuck under the gums, leading to pain and infection.
✔ Crowding – Wisdom teeth can push against other teeth, disrupting alignment.
✔ Decay & Gum Issues – Their location makes them hard to clean, increasing the risk of cavities and gum disease.
✔ Cysts or Jaw Pain – Impacted wisdom teeth can sometimes form cysts, affecting the surrounding bone.
Removing wisdom teeth prevents complications and protects your smile's overall health and alignment.
Not Everyone Gets Wisdom Teeth
Did you know that about 35% of people never develop wisdom teeth at all?
While some wisdom teeth grow in just fine, most don’t have enough room, causing crowding, pain, or infection. That’s why millions of people have them removed every year—it’s practically a dental milestone!
Whether yours are making an appearance or staying hidden beneath the gums, Dr. Klayman can help determine the best plan for your smile.
What You Need to Know About Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Not always—if wisdom teeth grow in properly and don’t cause issues, they may not need extraction. Dr. Klayman will evaluate your specific case.
The procedure itself is painless, thanks to local anesthesia or sedation. Mild discomfort during healing is normal but manageable.
Most patients recover within a few days, though complete healing of the gums may take a few weeks.
If wisdom teeth don’t have enough space, they can cause pain, crowding, infections, or long-term damage to surrounding teeth and bone.
