Wisdom Teeth Removal Oxnard

Welcome to Albert J. Hernandez, DDS, where we are dedicated to providing top-notch dental care services to our esteemed clients. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that our patients maintain healthy and beautiful smiles throughout their lifetime. One of the services we excel at is Wisdom Teeth Removal Oxnard. In this article, we will explore everything you need to know about wisdom teeth and the removal process. 

Wisdom teeth are the third and last molars that appear in the mouth between the ages of 17 and 25. Not everyone develops wisdom teeth; some individuals do not have them at all, while some have only one or two. However, for the majority of people who develop wisdom teeth, the result is overcrowding, pain, and sometimes, infection in the gum. 

When wisdom teeth emerge from the gum, often, there's not enough space in the mouth to accommodate them. This leads to wisdom teeth growing at odd angles, pushing other teeth around in the process. When there is limited space in the mouth, it can cause discomfort, stiffness, and a painful sensation in the jaw. In severe cases, wisdom teeth can cause irreversible damage to adjacent teeth and even lead to chronic gum disease.

If your dentist determines that your wisdom teeth require removal, there are several options available to you. Depending on the severity and complexity of the procedure, your dentist may recommend either local or general anesthesia. Local anesthesia numbs the area around the tooth, while general anesthesia sedates the patient throughout the procedure. 

At our practice, we understand that the procedure can be daunting and overwhelming for our patients. However, our team of professionals goes above and beyond to ensure that you are comfortable and at ease throughout the process. Our skilled oral surgeons have years of experience and expertise in performing the wisdom teeth removal procedure. 

At Albert J. Hernandez, DDS, we utilize state-of-the-art equipment, such as a traditional x-ray machine, CBCT 2D/3D x-ray machine, to obtain a clear view of the structure of your mouth and specific problem areas. This allows us to tailor the procedure to your unique situation, ensuring that we remove the wisdom teeth in a minimally invasive way.

During the wisdom teeth removal procedure, Dr. Albert Hernandez, DDS, will make an incision in the gum tissue to expose the tooth and bone. The tooth will then be separated from its ligament and lifted out of the socket. After the tooth has been removed, the incision site is sutured back up. In most cases, recovery from the procedure takes about a week, and it's important to avoid eating foods that require excessive chewing. 

In conclusion, we understand that living with wisdom teeth can cause discomfort, pain, and, in severe cases, lead to irreversible damage to adjacent teeth. At Albert J. Hernandez, DDS, we provide a safe, reliable, and gentle wisdom teeth removal service that gets you back to your daily routine in no time. Our team of professionals are here to help you achieve a healthy and beautiful smile that you deserve. Contact us today, and let us help you remove your wisdom teeth the right way.