WISDOM TOOTH EXTRACTION

We first assess if extraction is absolutely necessary,
and provide comfortable treatment with sleep dentistry.

Wisdom Teeth,
Do They Always Need to Be Extracted?

Not all wisdom teeth need to be extracted.
If they are well-managed and cause no problems, they can be monitored.
Extraction is considered in the following cases:

  • Cavities / Pain

  • Recurrent Gum Inflammation

  • Risk of Damage to Adjacent Teeth

Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Complex Wisdom Tooth Extraction: From Diagnosis to Recovery

We alleviate treatment anxiety with sleep sedation and oversee the entire process from precise diagnosis to extraction and recovery.

Sleep Sedation Extraction

Alleviating treatment anxiety with sleep sedation,
And overseeing the entire process from precise diagnosis to extraction and recovery.

Precise Extraction Plan

Confirming the depth of impaction and nerve location,
And determining the extraction method based on the tooth's condition.

Post-Extraction Recovery Management

Providing guidance on hemostasis and oral care methods,
And determining the extraction method based on the tooth's condition.

Sleep dentistry differs from general anesthesia; its applicability is determined after checking the patient's health status and medications.

Complex Wisdom Tooth Extraction,
Our Process

01
Confirming Wisdom Tooth Condition through Imaging

Precise Condition Check

Confirming impaction depth and nerve location with imaging scans

02
Preparing for Sleep Sedation and Local Anesthesia

Sleep Sedation · Anesthesia

Administering sleep sedation and local anesthesia while monitoring the patient's condition

03
Complex Wisdom Tooth Extraction Procedure

Complex Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Performing extraction in a sedated state, considering the impaction location and surrounding tissues

04
Post-Procedure Recovery and Progress Consultation

Recovery and Progress Check

After confirming sedation recovery and hemostasis, providing post-operative instructions

Resin Buildup Q&A

  • A.

    No. If they are growing correctly, well-maintained, and not causing problems to surrounding areas, they can be observed.

  • A.

    The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, and the level of sensation varies depending on the wisdom tooth's position and the extent of extraction. Pain and swelling may occur after the anesthesia wears off.

  • A.

    This depends on the wisdom tooth's position, extraction difficulty, and your overall health. The decision is made considering the impact on eating and recovery.

  • A.

    Please bite down on the gauze as instructed to stop the bleeding. If bleeding continues or is excessive, please contact the clinic.

  • A.

    Pain and swelling may occur after extraction. If the pain worsens over time or if there is a strong odor, please contact the clinic.

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Sungmin Ko

Sungmin Ko

Chief Director
Jihyun Park

Jihyun Park

Chief Director
Soyoon Won

Soyoon Won

Executive Director
Yiyeon Han

Yiyeon Han

Orthodontist