Wisdom Teeth Removal in Scarborough

Cost depends on how the tooth is positioned — a straightforward extraction costs less than a complex impacted case, which may involve a referral to an oral surgeon with its own fee schedule. Many insurance plans cover a portion, and CDCP may apply for eligible patients. We give you a written quote after your exam.

No. If a wisdom tooth has erupted fully, sits in a position you can clean properly, and isn't causing pain, crowding, or infection, it can often be left in place and simply monitored at regular checkups. We only recommend removal when there's a genuine reason to.

Impaction means a tooth is stuck against bone or another tooth and can't fully come through the gum. It's confirmed with an X-ray, and it doesn't always cause symptoms right away, which is why we check positioning during routine exams for patients in the age range where wisdom teeth typically develop.

Wisdom teeth typically emerge between the late teens and mid-twenties, and that's usually when problems, if any, become apparent through crowding, pain, or difficulty cleaning around them. There's no fixed age requirement for removal — it depends on how the tooth is positioned and whether it's causing symptoms, not a birthday. We can assess this with an X-ray as soon as the teeth start to develop.

It depends on complexity. Straightforward wisdom tooth extractions can often be done in our office. Deeply impacted teeth or those close to a nerve are typically referred to an oral surgeon, and we'll explain exactly why if that's the recommendation for your case.

Most people feel significantly better within a few days to a week, with swelling generally peaking in the first day or two and easing steadily after that. More complex or surgical extractions can take a bit longer to fully settle. We provide clear aftercare instructions covering diet, rest, and warning signs to watch for during recovery, and we're available if anything feels off.

The procedure itself is done under local anaesthetic (or sedation for some cases), so you shouldn't feel pain during removal. Afterward, some swelling and soreness is normal for several days and is typically manageable with the pain relief plan we set up for you.

An impacted or infected wisdom tooth that's left untreated can lead to recurring infection, damage to the neighbouring tooth, or worsening pain over time. If we've recommended removal because of a specific issue, waiting typically doesn't make the situation easier to treat.

Yes, sedation options are available for patients who feel anxious or are having a more involved extraction, and it's worth raising at your consultation rather than assuming it's not offered. We'll talk through what's appropriate for your case, whether that's simple local anaesthetic or a sedation option arranged in advance, after reviewing your health history and the complexity of the removal.