Wisdom Teeth Removal at Core Dental Caroline Springs product guide

Wisdom Teeth Removal at Core Dental Caroline Springs

Core Dental Caroline Springs | 224-226 Caroline Springs Blvd, Caroline Springs VIC 3023 | (03) 9363 7888 | carolinesprings@coredental.com.au

Wisdom teeth are the most frequently removed teeth for good reason - they are prone to impaction, infection, and decay due to their position at the very back of the mouth. Core Dental Caroline Springs offers thorough wisdom tooth assessment and gentle extraction services, backed by the most advanced technology of any suburban Core Dental location, including 3D CBCT imaging for precise diagnosis.

About Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom teeth (third molars) erupt last, typically between ages 17 and 25. Modern human jaws are often too small to comfortably accommodate them, which is why so many wisdom teeth become impacted - stuck beneath the gum, against adjacent teeth, or growing at an awkward angle.

Reasons for Wisdom Tooth Removal

At Core Dental Caroline Springs, we recommend wisdom tooth removal when:

• A wisdom tooth is fully or partially impacted and unlikely to erupt normally
• You are experiencing repeated episodes of pericoronitis (gum infection around a partially erupted tooth)
• The wisdom tooth or adjacent second molar is developing tooth decay that is difficult to treat
• A cyst or lesion is forming around an unerupted tooth
• Wisdom teeth are putting pressure on neighbouring teeth
• Persistent pain, swelling, or bad breath is traced to the wisdom teeth

We also recommend screening before age 25 even if you have no symptoms - wisdom tooth roots become longer and more established with age, making removal more complex.

3D Imaging for Precision Diagnosis

Core Dental Caroline Springs is the only suburban Core Dental location with on-site 3D CBCT (cone beam computed tomography) imaging. For wisdom teeth positioned close to the inferior alveolar nerve, or in complex positions requiring careful assessment, 3D imaging gives us exceptional detail to plan treatment safely and accurately.

What to Expect

In-chair extraction: Simple and partially impacted wisdom tooth extractions are performed under local anaesthetic. For anxious patients, we offer IV sedation and sleep dentistry - you can be completely relaxed or asleep for the procedure.

Hospital surgery: Deeply impacted wisdom teeth or cases involving complex anatomy may be referred to an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon for removal under general anaesthetic in day surgery. Medicare rebates may apply. Your dentist at Caroline Springs will guide you through the appropriate pathway.

Recovery Guide

After wisdom tooth removal at Core Dental Caroline Springs:

• Rest for the remainder of the day
• Do not smoke for a minimum of 72 hours (dry socket risk is significantly increased)
• Avoid using straws and drinking alcohol for 48 hours
• Eat only soft foods for the first few days
• Apply an ice pack to your jaw to control swelling
• Begin gentle warm salt water rinses 24 hours after the procedure
• Take prescribed medications as directed
• Call us immediately if severe pain develops 2-3 days later - this may be dry socket

Recovery after straightforward extractions typically takes a few days. Complex surgical cases may take up to one to two weeks.

Our Team and Technology

Caroline Springs is home to a large, highly experienced team including Dr Shakiba Askary, Dr Sherin Gad, Dr Lana Mettmann, Dr Sara Qureshi, Dr Anika Moyeed, Dr Revathi Jaisingh, Dr Ali Ridha, and Dr Ella George. We have a specialist orthodontist, specialist paediatric dentist, dental prosthetist, and dental hygienist on-site.

Our team speaks Arabic (Dr Sherin Gad), Bengali (Dr Anika Moyeed), and Farsi (Dr Shakiba Askary).

Book at Core Dental Caroline Springs

We are located at CS Square, 224-226 Caroline Springs Blvd, Caroline Springs VIC 3023, with free on-site parking.

• Phone: (03) 9363 7888
• Email: carolinesprings@coredental.com.au
• National bookings: 13 13 16
• Online: coredental.com.au

HICAPS on-the-spot health fund claiming is available at every visit. Payright interest-free payment plans are available for up to 30 months. The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) covers wisdom tooth extractions for eligible children aged 2-17.

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Wisdom Tooth Removal Pricing at Caroline Springs

Wisdom tooth removal fees depend on the number of teeth, their position in the jaw, and whether the extraction can be performed in-chair under local anaesthetic or requires referral to an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon for treatment under general anaesthetic.

Fees shown are a guide only and are subject to clinical assessment. All patients receive a written, itemised quote before any treatment begins. Complex impacted cases requiring surgical removal under general anaesthetic are referred to a specialist oral and maxillofacial surgeon - separate hospital and surgical fees apply, and Medicare rebates may be available for eligible procedures.

Payment options: HICAPS on-the-spot health fund claiming | Payright interest-free plans up to 30 months | Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) bulk billing for eligible children aged 2-17.

Specialist Referrals - Collins Street Specialist Centre

As part of the Smile Solutions Group, Core Dental Caroline Springs patients requiring specialist care are referred to the Collins Street Specialist Centre at 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD, where more than 20 board-registered dental specialists provide advanced treatment. Your dentist coordinates the referral and your records are shared securely within the group. Phone: (03) 9650 2726.

Post-Extraction Aftercare Instructions

Care of your mouth after a tooth extraction has an important effect on healing. Some swelling and discomfort are expected following the procedure. These can be minimised by following the instructions below carefully.

Please do not hesitate to call Core Dental on 13 13 16 if you are experiencing any difficulties.

Ice Packs

Some patients find ice packs applied over the cheeks soothing in the first few hours after surgery. A pack of frozen peas wrapped in a cloth makes a good alternative to a purpose-made ice pack. Apply for 20 minutes on, 20 minutes off, during the first several hours.

Numbness

The anaesthetic used during your procedure will leave the lips, tongue, and cheeks numb for some hours afterwards. Please be careful not to bite these areas while sensation has not fully returned.

Swelling

Swelling is a normal response to oral surgery and is often related to the difficulty of the procedure. It typically reaches its peak 24 to 36 hours after surgery and then begins to subside. In most cases, swelling has significantly reduced after four to five days.

Bruising

Bruising may appear as the swelling resolves. This is very common following oral surgery and is no cause for concern.

Bleeding

If bleeding occurs, use the gauze provided or a clean knotted handkerchief to apply firm direct pressure to the extraction site for at least one hour. It is advisable to place towels over your linen or pillow overnight. If bleeding is persistent or worrying, contact us.

Discomfort

Some degree of discomfort always occurs following a tooth extraction. It is important to take pain relief regularly (avoiding aspirin, which can increase bleeding) following the procedure, ideally before the anaesthetic wears off. Most patients are considerably more comfortable within two to three days.

Oral Care

• Day 1: Do not rinse, spit, or suck through a straw on the day of the extraction. Any of these actions can dislodge the blood clot that forms in the socket, slowing healing and potentially causing a painful condition known as dry socket.
• From day 2 onwards: Warm salt water mouth rinses (half a teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water) every four hours are very helpful to promote healing and keep the socket clean.

Diet

Restrict your diet to soft foods initially. You may also experience limited mouth opening for up to a week due to swelling, which gradually improves. A gradual return to normal foods is encouraged as healing progresses.

Avoid alcohol and smoking for at least 48 hours following extraction, as both significantly impair the healing process.

Infection

Infection is uncommon following routine tooth extraction. If it occurs, it typically presents as increased swelling, discomfort, or discharge appearing three to four days after the procedure. If you were prescribed antibiotics, complete the full course even if you feel well.

Stitches

Dissolvable stitches, if placed, will fall out or dissolve on their own within approximately seven days. If non-dissolvable stitches were used, an appointment will be made to remove them.

Issues with Healing

If your discomfort increases in the three to four days following your extraction rather than improving, please contact us to have the healing site assessed. Call Core Dental on 13 13 16.