Wisdom Teeth Removal
Remove problematic wisdom teeth safely at San Andreas Family Dental in San Andreas, California. Wisdom teeth often cause crowding, pain, infection, and damage to adjacent teeth when they don't have room to emerge properly. Dr. Thanh Pham evaluates your wisdom teeth and provides comfortable, efficient removal when needed.
Benefits of Wisdom Teeth Removal
- Prevents Crowding — Protects your straight smile from being shifted by erupting wisdom teeth
- Eliminates Pain — Removes impacted teeth causing pressure and discomfort
- Prevents Infection — Removes partially erupted teeth prone to bacteria buildup
- Protects Adjacent Teeth — Prevents wisdom teeth from damaging neighboring molars
What to Expect
- Step 1: Imaging — Dr. Thanh Pham takes panoramic X-rays to assess wisdom tooth position
- Step 2: Planning — A treatment plan is created based on tooth position and complexity
- Step 3: Removal — Teeth are extracted under appropriate anesthesia for your comfort
- Step 4: Recovery — Detailed aftercare instructions ensure smooth healing over 5-7 days
Schedule a Consultation
Ready to learn more about wisdom teeth removal and how it can improve your smile? Contact San Andreas Family Dental today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Thanh Pham. We look forward to helping you achieve optimal oral health!
Call us: 209-754-9565
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Thanh Pham is a skilled and compassionate dentist serving patients in San Andreas and the surrounding communities of Mokelumne Hill, Jackson, Angels Camp, Valley Springs, and West Point. With a commitment to continuing education and patient-centered care, Dr. Thanh Pham provides comprehensive dental services in a comfortable, welcoming environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Thanh Pham typically recommends removal in the late teens or early twenties, before roots fully develop. However, wisdom teeth can be removed at any age when they cause problems.
During the procedure at San Andreas Family Dental, you won't feel pain thanks to anesthesia. Post-operative discomfort is normal for a few days and is managed with prescribed pain medication and ice packs.
Most patients recover within 5-7 days. Swelling peaks at days 2-3 and gradually subsides. Dr. Thanh Pham schedules a follow-up to monitor your healing.
Pain in the back of your mouth, swollen gums, jaw stiffness, difficulty opening your mouth, and recurrent infections around the wisdom tooth area all indicate it may be time for removal.