Wisdom Teeth Removal in Northridge
Wisdom teeth often crowd the mouth or come in at an angle, which can cause pain, infection, or damage to nearby teeth. When they need to come out, our team removes them safely and keeps you comfortable through the process.
Wisdom teeth removal is part of the oral surgery care at Northridge Dental Group, a multi-specialty practice serving the San Fernando Valley since 1974. Sedation options are available.
When wisdom teeth need to come out
Wisdom teeth are the last molars to come in, usually in the late teens or early twenties. Many mouths do not have room for them, so they can become stuck, grow sideways, or only partly break through the gum, which makes them hard to clean and prone to infection.
Signs your wisdom teeth may need attention
- Pain or pressure at the back of the mouth
- Swelling, tenderness, or repeated infection near a back molar
- Crowding or shifting of nearby teeth
- A tooth that has only partly come through the gum
If a wisdom tooth is healthy, fully in, and easy to clean, it may not need removal at all. When it does, we explain why, walk you through the plan, and keep you comfortable. Wisdom teeth removal is part of our oral surgery care, and sedation is available if you feel anxious.
Wisdom Teeth Questions
The area is fully numbed during the procedure, and sedation is available so you can be relaxed throughout. Afterward, most people have some swelling and soreness for a few days that is managed with the aftercare steps we provide. We make sure you know exactly what to do at home.
Many people feel noticeably better within a few days and return to normal activities soon after, with full healing over the following weeks. Recovery varies with how many teeth are removed and how they were positioned. You will get clear guidance on eating, rest, and keeping the area clean.
No. A wisdom tooth that is healthy, fully in, positioned well, and easy to clean can often stay. Removal is recommended when a tooth is impacted, crowding others, or causing pain or infection. An X-ray and exam show which applies to you.
Wisdom teeth are often removed in the late teens or early twenties, when the roots are less developed and recovery tends to be smoother. That said, they can be removed later when a problem appears. The right timing depends on your specific situation, which we review at your visit.
Having pain at the back of your mouth?
Relief from wisdom tooth pain
Schedule an exam to find out whether your wisdom teeth need to come out.