If your wisdom teeth are causing pain, swelling, or crowding, you are not alone. Wisdom teeth are the last molars to erupt, and for most people, they do not have enough room to grow in properly. At Murphy Family Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Masoud Najari and Dr. Jacqueline Nguyen provide gentle, precise wisdom teeth extractions for patients throughout Murphy, TX, and the surrounding communities.
With sedation options available, including IV conscious sedation, we make sure every patient feels calm and comfortable from start to finish. Whether your wisdom teeth are fully erupted or completely impacted, our team has the experience and technology to help you get relief and protect your long-term oral health.
Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, are the final set of permanent teeth to emerge. They typically appear between the ages of 17 and 25. Most adults have four wisdom teeth, one in each corner of the mouth, though some people have fewer or none.
In many cases, wisdom teeth do not have enough space in the jaw to erupt properly. When this happens, they may become impacted, meaning they are trapped beneath the gumline or growing at an angle. Impacted wisdom teeth can cause a range of problems, including pain, infection, and damage to neighboring teeth, which is why extraction is often recommended.
The tooth has partially broken through the gumline but remains covered by gum tissue, making it difficult to clean properly and prone to infection.
The tooth has partially erupted but is still embedded in the jawbone. This type requires surgical removal of some bone tissue to fully free the tooth.
The tooth remains completely enclosed in the jawbone. This is the most complex type of impaction and requires careful surgical planning. Dr. Najari uses advanced CBCT imaging to map the tooth’s position precisely before any procedure.
The tooth is lying on its side within the jaw, pointing directly into the root of the adjacent molar. This requires a surgical approach and is one of the more involved extractions.
Your journey begins with a comprehensive exam. We take digital X-rays and, when needed, 3D CBCT images to evaluate the exact position of your wisdom teeth, their root structure, and their proximity to nerves and sinuses.
Based on your imaging and health history, Dr. Najari or Dr. Nguyen will recommend a personalized treatment plan. We will also discuss sedation options, so you feel completely comfortable throughout your procedure.
On the day of your extraction, the treatment area is thoroughly numbed with local anesthetic, if you have chosen a sedation option, which will be administered at this stage.
For a simple extraction, the tooth is loosened and gently removed. For surgical extractions involving impacted teeth, a small incision is made in the gum, and any bone blocking access to the tooth is carefully removed. The tooth may be sectioned into smaller pieces for easier removal.
The site is cleaned, and sutures are placed if needed. You will receive detailed written aftercare instructions before you leave, along with guidance on what to eat, what to avoid, and what to expect during healing.
When it comes to oral surgery, experience and precision matter, and our team brings both. With over 25 years of serving the Murphy community, Dr. Najari and Dr. Nguyen offer in-house surgical care supported by advanced CBCT imaging, so you never need a referral to a separate specialist, and your treatment is planned with exceptional accuracy.
Dr. Najari is also certified in IV conscious sedation through the University of Alabama, meaning patients with complex cases or significant anxiety have access to a higher level of comfort right here in our office. From flexible financing and insurance support to a warm, welcoming environment where every patient is treated like family, we are committed to making your experience as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Not necessarily. If your wisdom teeth are fully erupted, properly aligned, and easy to keep clean, they may not require extraction. However, most people do not have enough room in their jaw for wisdom teeth to grow in without causing problems. We will evaluate your specific situation and recommend extraction only when it is genuinely in your best interest.
Most dentists recommend evaluating wisdom teeth in Murphy, TX, in the late teen years, typically between 17 and 21. Extraction during this window is generally easier because the roots are not yet fully developed and the bone is less dense. That said, wisdom teeth can be safely removed at any age when necessary.
A simple extraction typically takes about 20 to 40 minutes. Surgical removal of impacted wisdom teeth may take longer, depending on the complexity of the case. If all four wisdom teeth are being removed at the same time, the entire appointment usually lasts about 60 to 90 minutes.
No. The area is fully numbed before we begin, so you should not feel any pain during the procedure. You may feel some pressure or movement, but not pain. If sedation is chosen, most patients have little to no memory of the procedure at all.
Most patients feel noticeably better within three to five days. Full soft tissue healing typically takes one to two weeks, and complete bone healing can take several months, though this does not affect your daily life.
For simple extractions, many patients return to desk work or school within one to two days. For more complex surgical extractions or if sedation was used, plan to rest for at least two to three days. Physical labor and exercise should be avoided for at least a week.
Many dental insurance plans cover a portion of the cost of wisdom tooth extractions in Murphy, TX, particularly when they are deemed medically necessary. Our team will work with your insurance to help you understand your benefits. We also offer financing options to make care accessible for every budget.
A simple extraction is used when a tooth has fully erupted above the gumline and can be removed with forceps. A surgical extraction is necessary when a tooth is impacted, partially erupted, or broken beneath the gumline and requires an incision to access. Dr. Najari has extensive surgical training and handles both types at our Murphy office.
Yes, and this is actually the most common approach. Removing all four at one time means you only go through recovery once. We will discuss this option during your consultation based on your health and the complexity of your case.
Leaving problematic wisdom teeth in place can lead to ongoing infections, cysts, damage to neighboring teeth, and increased difficulty of removal over time. In some cases, untreated impacted wisdom teeth can affect your jawbone or the roots of adjacent molars. Early removal is almost always the easier path.
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