Wisdom Teeth Removal in Mesa, AZ
Comfortable Extractions From Las Sendas Dental Health
- Simple and Complex Wisdom Tooth Extractions In-House
- Nitrous Oxide and Oral Conscious Sedation Available
- ADA-Member Family Practice in East Mesa
Why Choose Las Sendas
for Wisdom Teeth Removal
Sedation Options for Wisdom Teeth Removal
Most simple extractions can be done with local anesthesia alone. Complex extractions (impacted wisdom teeth, multiple-tooth extractions, longer surgical visits) may call for sedation. Your doctor recommends the sedation option that fits your case and your anxiety level. For straightforward visits, no sedation may be needed at all. Las Sendas offers two in-office options:
Nitrous oxide is inhaled through a small mask and takes effect within minutes. The effects wear off quickly once it is removed. You stay conscious and responsive throughout the procedure, but the visit feels more relaxed and time passes more easily. Most patients can drive themselves home after a nitrous oxide visit.
This involves a pill you take about an hour before the appointment. By the time you arrive, the medication has taken effect. You remain conscious but deeply relaxed, and you likely will not remember the procedure. The effects last several hours and wear off slowly, so you will need someone to drive you to and from the appointment.
Cost and Financing for Wisdom Teeth Removal
The cost of wisdom teeth removal depends on the number of teeth being removed, whether each extraction is simple or complex, and whether sedation is required.
Most dental insurance plans cover at least a portion of wisdom teeth removal when removal is medically indicated. The Las Sendas team verifies your insurance benefits before treatment and explains your out-of-pocket cost in writing before the appointment is scheduled.
Financing through CareCredit® is available for the portion not covered by insurance.
What to Expect: Simple vs Complex Extraction
A simple extraction involves a wisdom tooth that is fully erupted above the gum line. The doctor uses forceps to grasp the tooth and lift it from the socket. The visit is quick, the recovery is straightforward, and stitches are usually unnecessary.
A complex extraction involves a wisdom tooth that is impacted (trapped below the gum line or in the jawbone). The doctor makes a small incision in the gum and, if needed, removes a small amount of bone to access the tooth. The tooth may be sectioned into pieces for easier removal. Stitches are commonly placed afterward to help the gum heal.
In either case, the goal is to remove the problematic tooth with minimal trauma to surrounding tissues.
Wisdom Teeth Removal FAQs
Do I need to have my wisdom teeth removed?
Not always. Some patients have enough space in the jaw for wisdom teeth to erupt properly without crowding or impaction. The doctor reviews panoramic x-rays to determine whether removal is recommended. If your wisdom teeth are erupting correctly, are easy to clean, and are not damaging neighboring teeth, removal may not be necessary.
How long does the procedure take?
A simple extraction takes 15 to 30 minutes per tooth. A complex extraction takes 30 to 60 minutes per tooth, depending on the impaction depth and tooth angle. Most patients schedule all four wisdom teeth in one visit, which typically runs one to two hours total.
How long is the recovery?
Most patients return to work or school within two to four days. Swelling and discomfort peak around day 2 or 3 and improve from there. Full gum and bone healing takes several weeks. You can typically resume a normal diet within about a week.
Will I need sedation?
Simple extractions can usually be done with local anesthesia alone. Complex extractions (impacted wisdom teeth) typically use nitrous oxide or oral conscious sedation. Your doctor will recommend the sedation option that fits your case and your anxiety level.
Does insurance cover wisdom teeth removal?
Most dental plans cover wisdom teeth removal. Coverage for sedation, bone grafts, and any other related procedures vary by plan. The Las Sendas team verifies your benefits before treatment so you know your out-of-pocket cost in advance.
