Why Do Wisdom Teeth Need To Be Removed?
Wisdom teeth are the last set of molars that develop, and it's rare for them to grow properly. Dental professionals recommend having them extracted when patients are of a younger age because these teeth have not yet fully formed. Not all young adults develop wisdom teeth, and some people develop them much later in life. Attend regular checkups with your dentist, who will track the growth of third molars and refer you for extraction when it is necessary.
The most common symptom of wisdom teeth is feeling pain or pressure in the back of your mouth. Not everyone experiences symptoms from third molars. However, wisdom teeth that do not cause symptoms can still be problematic. Attend regular checkups with your general dentist, who will evaluate your teeth and refer you to an oral surgeon when it’s time to have your wisdom teeth extracted.
The most common symptoms of wisdom teeth include:
- Pain
- Swelling or pressure
- Difficulty fully opening the mouth
- Seeing the crown of a wisdom tooth poking through the gums
- An unpleasant taste
If you experience any of these symptoms, it may be time to have your wisdom teeth extracted. Contact Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery in Las Vegas, NV. Our oral surgeons, Dr. Jesse Falk, Dr. Michael Moody, and Dr. Robert Yau, will carefully examine your teeth and if extraction is necessary, we will create a custom treatment plan just for you.
Wisdom Teeth Infections
Leaving your wisdom teeth untreated poses a risk to your oral health. It’s common for wisdom teeth to grow at an angle and partially erupt through the gums. When this happens, the tooth is considered to be impacted. Impacted wisdom teeth are especially difficult to clean around because not all of the tooth is visible.
This leaves you prone to developing an infection. Severe infections can spread to adjacent teeth and gum tissue. This can lead to the development of periodontal disease, or gum disease, and tooth decay. All of these factors can negatively affect the position of your teeth, causing dental shifting and bite misalignment.
Fluid-filled cysts or tumors can develop around an infected third molar. These cysts can become painful and require surgery to remove them. You can avoid the possibility of these conditions altogether by having wisdom teeth removed as soon as possible.
Should I Go With a Dentist or Oral Surgeon for Wisdom Tooth Extractions?
Oral surgeons practice a wider scope of treatment compared to general dentists. They are the only dental professionals qualified to administer all forms of anesthesia. Many oral surgeons have hospital privileges and respond to emergency facial trauma cases at local hospitals. When a patient requires anesthesia for treatment or more complex surgery beyond a simple tooth extraction, general dentists refer them to oral surgeons.
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons specialize in diagnosing and treating issues involving the head, neck, jaws, mouth, and face. They must complete many years of training after dental school. During this time, they gain hands-on surgical experience in a hospital setting and learn how to treat a variety of patients. This also includes learning how to safely administer all forms of anesthesia for oral surgery procedures.
Dr. Falk, Dr. Moody, and Dr. Yau took their expertise to the next level by becoming board-certified. To achieve this status, they had to complete a rigorous peer evaluation process and demonstrate advanced capabilities to the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS). This is a great achievement that only the highest level of oral surgeons can receive.
All of our oral surgeons at Canyon Oral & Facial Surgery regularly perform wisdom tooth extractions. Our skilled surgical staff assists in making sure the patient is comfortable and at ease, and our doctors make the surgical experience quick and beneficial. If your dentist recommends you to an oral surgeon in the Las Vegas area, contact our practice to schedule an appointment and meet with our friendly and highly skilled oral health experts.
Bank Stem Cells from Wisdom Teeth
Our practice has partnered with Stemodontics® to help protect the future health of our patients. Wisdom teeth contain a large amount of stem cells. After having your wisdom teeth extracted, we can ship your stem cells to a secure laboratory through Stemodontics. If you encounter illness or injury in the future, Stemodontics will ship your stem cells to your healthcare provider to be used in regenerative medicine and therapy. Learn more about the benefits of stem cell banking on the Stemodontics website and enroll today!
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
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"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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