Impacted Wisdom Teeth Extractions in Las Vegas, NV
When a third molar partially erupts through the gum tissue, it is considered to be impacted. Impacted wisdom teeth grow at an angle toward adjacent teeth. This can cause damage to the other roots and nerves when left untreated. The average mouth can only hold 28 teeth. An additional set of molars trying to develop can lead to many oral health complications, especially if a wisdom tooth becomes impacted.
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to assess and treat impacted teeth, including canine teeth and third molars. Canine teeth are necessary for a healthy bite, and every effort is made to save the impacted tooth and guide it into its proper position. Wisdom teeth, however, are not necessary for proper oral function. Therefore, they are simply extracted.
If you experience any of these symptoms, you may be suffering from an impacted wisdom tooth:
- Seeing the top of a wisdom tooth poking up through the gums
- Swollen, tender, or bleeding gums
- Swelling around the jaw
- An ongoing unpleasant taste, indicating infection
- Difficulty fully opening the mouth
What Causes an Impacted Wisdom Tooth?
Third molars typically appear between the ages of 17 and 25. Occasionally, these teeth break through the gums without causing problems. This is rare, and third molars should be evaluated by a dentist or oral surgeon as soon as you suspect their presence.
Wisdom teeth are unpredictable. They have large roots that can grow at awkward angles toward other roots and facial nerves. Some people develop all four wisdom teeth, while others develop less than four or none at all. When there isn’t a clear path for the wisdom tooth to erupt, it becomes impacted and turns at an angle.
Impacted teeth make it difficult to maintain good oral hygiene. They often lead to infections that can spread to other teeth, causing tooth decay, gum disease, and damage to other teeth.
How Is an Impacted Wisdom Tooth Diagnosed?
You should attend regularly scheduled checkups with your general dentist. Dentists use X-rays to evaluate the position of your teeth and when they detect wisdom teeth, they will refer you to an oral surgeon for treatment. Dentists can perform simple tooth extractions, but oral surgeons are trained to administer anesthesia and perform more complex procedures such as extracting wisdom teeth.
Dr. Falk, Dr. Moody, and Dr. Yau are board-certified oral surgeons who specialize in safely and comfortably removing wisdom teeth. Our offices in Las Vegas are equipped with advanced 3D scanning technology to pinpoint the exact angle and size of wisdom teeth. This technology aids in safe and precise extractions with predictable results.
An impacted wisdom tooth requires a little more care than a fully erupted wisdom tooth. Impacted teeth may need to be broken into smaller pieces for easier removal. Your oral surgeon will make small incisions in the gum tissue to access the tooth, if necessary. Once the wisdom tooth is removed, your surgeon will place dissolvable sutures. You will be under some form of anesthesia or sedation for this procedure, leaving you comfortably at ease.
Impacted Wisdom Teeth Extractions in Las Vegas, NV
At Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery, we walk you through every step of your oral surgery treatment. Dr. Jesse Falk, Dr. Michael Moody, and Dr. Robert Yau are qualified to administer all forms of anesthesia. Many patients undergo IV sedation for this procedure. IV sedation puts you into a sleep-like state where you are unable to feel pain but able to answer questions asked by your surgeon. You will wake up when the sedation wears off with no memory of the surgery.
If you or your child suspect an impacted wisdom tooth, please contact our offices in Las Vegas, Nevada, to schedule a consultation with our board-certified surgeons.
Find Us in Las Vegas, Nevada
Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery has two offices located in Las Vegas, Nevada, and one office in Henderson, NV. Our Centenial Hills office is on the northwestern side of the city and our Summerlin office is on the west side, near Spring Valley. Our Henderson office is on W Horizon Ridge Pkwy. We proudly serve patients in Las Vegas and nearby areas, including:
- Winchester
- Paradise
- North Las Vegas
- Sunrise Manor
- Las Vegas
- Henderson
- Summerlin South
- Spring Valley
- Enterprise
- Boulder City
Patient Testimonials
Hear from our patients about their experiences with Impacted Wisdom Teeth Extractions in Las Vegas, NV and other procedures.
"Hi, my name is Adam, and I’m from Las Vegas, and I came to Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery to get a biopsy. The atmosphere here was great. I felt very welcomed. The staff, the office assistants were great, very welcoming when I came in. All my questions I had were answered before I even had them. Everyone made me feel really comfortable. The doctors here were very knowledgeable, extremely personable, and just very welcoming and great to deal with through the entire experience. After the procedure, I feel great. Very happy I got it done here. It’s overall a great experience. To my friends and family in Las Vegas, if you need facial surgery, come to Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery."
"Hello, my name is Amanda. I’m from Las Vegas, Nevada, and I came to Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery to have my son seen for trauma. The practice here is actually very unique. The office itself is absolutely beautiful—always clean and welcoming. The front office is always very kind. The staff are my friends. Every single time I see them it's fun, it’s laughter. The doctors here make you feel like you’re part of their family. They’re both very open, honest, good communicators. You don’t feel like you’re just another number. They make you feel very individual. My experience at Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery has been great, and I highly recommend them."
"Hi, I’m Alisa from Las Vegas, Nevada, and I came to see Dr. Falk for a tooth extraction and a dental implant. The office, when I first came in, was very friendly, helpful. The staff was excellent. Any questions I had, they answered them for me. Working with Dr. Falk was fantastic. He is friendly, warm, attentive to my needs. Procedure went terrific. I had a great experience, and I highly recommend Canyon Oral Surgery."
"Hi, my name is Amber. I’m from Las Vegas. I came to Canyon Oral and Facial Surgery to get my wisdom teeth removed. When I first walked into Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery, the atmosphere was very calming and very welcoming. The staff are great. They worked with me to make sure it was a smooth process. The doctors here are awesome. Dr. Falk talked to me during my whole procedure and kept me calm, and he’s a funny guy, so that made everything go a lot more smooth. My overall experience was amazing from start to end. To my friends and family here in Las Vegas, I highly recommend the doctors here at Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery."
"Hi, my name is Ambrosio and I live in Las Vegas. I came to Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery for tooth extraction. The staff was so warm and friendly. Dr. Moody was very nice. He really listened to me and took care of me and very, very patient. The procedure was very smooth, and the recovery was outstanding. You have a beautiful, healthy smile. Feels great. I feel a lot better now and I feel confident. I highly recommend Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery to everyone."
"Hi, my name's Art and I'm from Las Vegas. I came to Canyon Oral and Facial Surgery to get a dental implant. When I first walked in, I felt very relaxed. Everyone made me feel very comfortable. I was very impressed. The staff has always been very friendly. My doctor was great. Actually, after talking to him for a few minutes, I felt like I was talking to a friend. I was very happy. The procedure went perfectly well. My recovery has been great. My confidence has gone up. I'm very happy. My overall experience with Canyon Oral and Facial Surgery has been awesome. I've been very impressed from start to finish. I would definitely recommend Canyon Oral and Facial Surgery to all my friends in Enterprise."
"Hi, my name is Alexis, I am from Las Vegas, and I had my wisdom teeth taken out by Dr. Falk. The staff here is super awesome. That’s probably why I felt so comfortable getting my wisdom teeth taken out. They make you feel like you’re super at-home, and they’re very friendly and inviting, and it’s a place that you feel really good walking into. Dr. Falk is an awesome doctor. He definitely made me feel super comfortable, and he’s very patient, and he made the process super smooth and easy. The procedure was way quicker than I expected. It was super smooth, and I’ve had no problems since. For my friends and family in Henderson, Summerlin, and Winchester, I highly recommend Canyon Oral Surgery."
"Hi, I'm Breana from Las Vegas. I came to Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery to have my wisdom teeth removed. My experience with the staff here was positive. They were really kind to me. Dr. Falk was really funny. He definitely came in and immediately just made sure that I knew what was going on and that I had been comfortable the entire time that I had been there. My quality of life has improved since getting my wisdom teeth out, and now I feel great. Watching the WUWTA videos, automatically, I kind of knew exactly what was going to be needed before the procedure, as well as what to expect afterwards. My overall experience here has been wonderful. I would recommend Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery to others."
Bri
Las Vegas
"Hi, my name is Bri and I’m from Las Vegas, and I came to Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery for BOTOX. The second you walk into this office, the doctors and the staff put your mind right at ease. The atmosphere is wonderful. All the girls greet you so warmly, and the office is just set up beautifully. The staff here are just amazing. Their smiles greet you the second you walk into the office. The doctors here have such great personalities, and their lightheartedness just puts you at ease the second you walk into their operatories. After my procedure, I’m just feeling great and I just have so much confidence. This place is truly one-of-a-kind. To my friends and family in Centennial Hills and Summerlin, I would highly recommend Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery."
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