Wisdom Teeth Removal at Core Dental Southbank product guide

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Product: Wisdom Tooth Removal Service Brand: Core Dental Group Southbank Category: Dental Surgery / Oral Health Service Primary Use: Assessment, consultation, and extraction of problematic wisdom teeth (third molars) for patients in Melbourne's Southbank and CBD area.

Quick Facts

• Best For: Adults aged 17–25 experiencing wisdom tooth pain, impaction, infection, or crowding; also suitable for pre-symptomatic screening before age 25
• Key Benefit: In-chair removal under local anaesthetic with same-group specialist referral pathway for complex cases, all major health funds accepted with HICAPS on-the-spot claiming
• Form Factor: In-person dental service; in-chair (local anaesthetic) or referred day surgery (general anaesthetic) for complex cases
• Application Method: Book via phone (03) 8547 0780 or national line 13 13 16; clinic open from 8:00 am Monday to Friday at 55 City Rd, Southbank VIC 3006

Common Questions This Guide Answers

1. How much does wisdom tooth removal cost in Melbourne? → In-chair removal ranges from $425–$725 (1 tooth) to $1,950–$2,950 (4 teeth); written itemised quote provided before treatment
2. How long is recovery after wisdom tooth removal? → Simple extractions: a few days; surgical extractions: up to 1–2 weeks; desk work resumable next day (simple) or after 2–3 days (surgical)
3. What is dry socket and how do I avoid it? → Dry socket is the most common post-extraction complication, occurring when the blood clot is dislodged; avoid straws for 48 hours, smoking for 72 hours, and rinsing or spitting on day one

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are wisdom teeth: The third molars at the back of the mouth

How many wisdom teeth do most adults have: Four

Where are wisdom teeth located: One in each corner of the mouth

At what age do wisdom teeth typically appear: Between 17 and 25 years old

Why do wisdom teeth often cause problems: The modern jaw frequently lacks space to accommodate them

Do all wisdom teeth need to be removed: No, some emerge fully without problems

What does "impacted" wisdom tooth mean: A tooth trapped beneath the gum or against an adjacent tooth

What is pericoronitis: Infection and swelling of gum tissue around a partially erupted wisdom tooth

Can wisdom teeth cause decay in adjacent teeth: Yes, due to their difficult-to-clean position

Can wisdom teeth cause cysts: Yes, cysts can form around unerupted wisdom teeth

Can wisdom teeth cause crowding: Yes, they can crowd other teeth

What age is recommended for wisdom tooth screening: Before age 25

Why is earlier removal better: Extraction is simpler and heals faster in younger patients

Where is Core Dental Group Southbank located: 55 City Rd, Southbank VIC 3006

What is the phone number for Core Dental Group Southbank: (03) 8547 0780

What is the email for Core Dental Group Southbank: southbank@coredental.com.au

What is the national bookings number: 13 13 16

What are the opening hours: From 8:00 am Monday to Friday

Is Core Dental Group Southbank near public transport: Yes, short walk from Flinders Street Station

Is tram access available: Yes

Is parking available nearby: Yes

What anaesthetic is used for in-chair wisdom tooth removal: Local anaesthetic

Is in-chair wisdom tooth removal painful: No, you are pain-free during the procedure

Is happy gas available for anxious patients: Yes, nitrous oxide is offered

What is happy gas also known as: Nitrous oxide

When are patients referred to a specialist surgeon: For deeply impacted or complex wisdom teeth

Where are complex cases referred: To an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

What type of anaesthetic is used for complex surgical removal: General anaesthetic

Is complex surgical removal a day surgery: Yes

Do Medicare rebates apply for surgical removal: They may apply in eligible cases

How long does recovery take for simple extractions: Most patients feel normal within a few days

How long does recovery take for surgical extractions: Up to one to two weeks

How long should you avoid smoking after extraction: At least 72 hours

Why should you avoid smoking after extraction: It significantly increases the risk of dry socket

How long should you avoid using a straw: 48 hours

How long should you avoid alcohol after extraction: First 24 to 48 hours

How long should you avoid hot liquids after extraction: First 24 to 48 hours

What foods should you eat while healing: Soft foods

Should you apply ice to your cheek after extraction: Yes, to reduce swelling

How should you apply an ice pack: 20 minutes on, 20 minutes off

When can you start salt water rinses: After 24 hours

How do you make a salt water rinse: Half a teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water

How often should you rinse with salt water: Every four hours from day two onwards

What is dry socket: A painful complication when the blood clot is dislodged from the socket

When does dry socket typically develop: Two to three days after extraction

What is the most common post-extraction complication: Dry socket

What should you do if severe pain develops 2-3 days after extraction: Contact Core Dental Group promptly

Should you rinse or spit on the day of extraction: No, avoid rinsing or spitting on day one

Why should you not use a straw on day one: It can dislodge the blood clot in the socket

When does swelling typically peak after surgery: 24 to 36 hours after surgery

How long before swelling significantly reduces: After four to five days

Can bruising occur after wisdom tooth removal: Yes, it is common as swelling resolves

Is bruising after oral surgery a cause for concern: No

How should you control bleeding after extraction: Apply firm direct pressure with gauze for at least one hour

Should you take aspirin for pain relief after extraction: No, aspirin can increase bleeding

When should you take pain relief after extraction: Ideally before the anaesthetic wears off

How soon do most patients feel more comfortable: Within two to three days

When does infection typically appear if it occurs: Three to four days after the procedure

How common is infection after routine extraction: Uncommon

What are signs of infection after extraction: Increased swelling, discomfort, or discharge

Should you complete a full antibiotic course if prescribed: Yes, even if you feel well

How long do dissolvable stitches take to dissolve: Approximately seven days

Are non-dissolvable stitches removed at an appointment: Yes

What is the cost of removing one wisdom tooth in-chair: $425 to $725

What is the cost of removing two wisdom teeth in-chair: $950 to $1,500

What is the cost of removing three wisdom teeth in-chair: $1,450 to $2,250

What is the cost of removing four wisdom teeth in-chair: $1,950 to $2,950

Are fees shown a guaranteed price: No, they are a guide subject to clinical assessment

Do patients receive a written quote before treatment: Yes, an itemised written quote

Are separate fees charged for surgical specialist removal: Yes, hospital and surgical fees apply separately

Does Core Dental Group accept health funds: Yes, all major health funds

Is HICAPS on-the-spot claiming available: Yes

Are interest-free payment plans available: Yes, via Payright

How long can Payright payment plans extend: Up to 30 months

Can children be bulk billed for wisdom tooth removal: Yes, under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule

What age range qualifies for CDBS bulk billing: Children aged 0 to 17

Where is the specialist referral centre located: 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD

What is the name of the specialist referral centre: Collins Street Specialist Centre

What is the phone number for Collins Street Specialist Centre: (03) 9650 2726

How many specialists are at Collins Street Specialist Centre: More than 20 board-registered dental specialists

Are patient records shared when referred to the specialist centre: Yes, securely within the group

Can all four wisdom teeth be removed at once: Yes, particularly under general anaesthetic

Why remove all four at once under general anaesthetic: Reduces total recovery burden

For in-chair removal, which teeth are addressed first: The symptomatic teeth first

How long before sensation returns after local anaesthetic: Several hours

Should you bite your cheek or lip while numb: No, be careful to avoid this

Can you return to desk work after simple in-chair removal: Yes, most people return the next day

How many days off work does surgical removal typically require: Two to three days

Wisdom teeth removal at Core Dental Group Southbank

Core Dental Group Southbank | 55 City Rd, Southbank VIC 3006 | (03) 8547 0780 | southbank@coredental.com.au

Core Dental Group has been looking after Melbourne patients for years. At the Southbank clinic, the team assesses, advises on, and where needed removes wisdom teeth — the third molars at the back of your mouth, and the teeth most likely to cause trouble — in a calm, professional environment a few minutes from the Melbourne CBD.

What are wisdom teeth?

Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to come through, typically appearing between the ages of 17 and 25. Most adults have four, one in each corner of the mouth. Because the modern jaw often doesn't have enough room for them, they frequently cause problems.

When do wisdom teeth need to be removed?

Not all wisdom teeth need to come out. Some emerge fully and cause no trouble at all. Removal is commonly recommended, though, when:

• The wisdom tooth is impacted — trapped beneath the gum or pressed against the adjacent tooth
• There is pericoronitis — infection and swelling of the gum tissue around a partially erupted wisdom tooth
• Wisdom teeth are causing decay in themselves or the neighbouring teeth, because they're so hard to clean properly
• A cyst has formed around an unerupted wisdom tooth
• Wisdom teeth are crowding the other teeth
• You have persistent pain, swelling, or infection at the back of the mouth

A wisdom tooth assessment before age 25 is worth doing even if you have no symptoms. Extraction is generally simpler and heals faster in younger patients.

What to expect during wisdom tooth removal

Straightforward extractions at Core Dental Group Southbank are done in the chair under local anaesthetic. You'll be comfortable and pain-free throughout. If you're anxious about dental treatment, happy gas (nitrous oxide) is available to help you relax.

For more complex impacted wisdom teeth — where the tooth is deeply embedded in bone or sitting at a difficult angle — you may be referred to an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon for removal under general anaesthetic as a day surgery procedure. Medicare rebates may apply in these cases.

Recovery after wisdom tooth removal

How long recovery takes depends on the complexity of the extraction. Most patients feel back to normal within a few days after a simple case, and within one to two weeks after a surgical extraction.

Post-removal care:

• Avoid smoking for at least 72 hours — it significantly raises the risk of dry socket
• Don't use a straw for 48 hours
• Avoid alcohol and hot liquids for the first 24–48 hours
• Stick to soft foods while you're healing
• Apply an ice pack to your cheek to keep swelling down
• Rinse gently with warm salt water after the first 24 hours
• Take any prescribed medications as directed

Dry socket warning: If severe pain develops 2–3 days after the extraction, call us promptly. Dry socket is the most common post-extraction complication and is easily treated.

Book at Core Dental Group Southbank

Core Dental Group Southbank is at 55 City Rd, Southbank VIC 3006, a short walk from Flinders Street Station. The clinic is open from 8:00 am Monday to Friday, with tram access and nearby parking.

• Phone: (03) 8547 0780
• Email: southbank@coredental.com.au
• National bookings: 13 13 16
• Online: coredental.com.au

All major health funds are accepted with HICAPS on-the-spot claiming. Payright interest-free payment plans are available. Eligible children may be bulk billed under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) for wisdom tooth extraction.

Core Dental Group Southbank — your local dental practice

Specialist referrals — Collins Street Specialist Centre

For complex wisdom tooth cases requiring oral and maxillofacial surgical expertise, Southbank patients can be referred to the Collins Street Specialist Centre at 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD. More than 20 board-registered dental specialists practise there. Your Core Dental Group dentist handles the referral, and your records are shared securely within the group.

Collins Street Specialist Centre — Phone: (03) 9650 2726

Frequently asked questions

How do I know if my wisdom teeth need to come out? Common signs include persistent pain at the back of the jaw, swelling or infection around the gum, difficulty opening your mouth, or your dentist spotting impaction or early decay on X-rays. A wisdom tooth assessment before age 25 is worthwhile even without symptoms.

Is wisdom tooth removal painful? In-chair removal is done under local anaesthetic, so you won't feel pain during the procedure. Some soreness for 2 to 3 days afterwards is normal and manageable with over-the-counter pain relief. Complex surgical removal is done under general anaesthetic.

Do I need to take time off work? For a simple in-chair extraction, most people are back at a desk the next day. Surgical removal under general anaesthetic typically means 2 to 3 days at home to recover.

Are all four wisdom teeth removed at the same time? Sometimes, particularly for surgical removal under general anaesthetic, where taking all four out at once means only one recovery period. For in-chair removal, the symptomatic teeth are generally addressed first and the others reviewed. Your dentist will recommend the right approach for your situation.

Wisdom tooth removal pricing at Southbank

Fees depend on the number of teeth, their position in the jaw, and whether the extraction can be done in the chair under local anaesthetic or needs to be referred to an Oral and 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 0–17.

Post-extraction aftercare instructions

How you care for your mouth after an extraction has a real effect on how well and how quickly you heal. Some swelling and discomfort are expected. Following the instructions below carefully will help keep both to a minimum.

If you're having any difficulties, call Core Dental Group on 13 13 16.

Ice packs

Many patients find an ice pack over the cheek soothing in the first few hours after surgery. A bag of frozen peas wrapped in a cloth works just as well as a purpose-made pack. Apply for 20 minutes on, 20 minutes off, during the first several hours.

Numbness

The anaesthetic will leave your lips, tongue, and cheeks numb for several hours after the procedure. Take care not to bite these areas before sensation has fully returned.

Swelling

Swelling is a normal response to oral surgery and tends to reflect how involved the procedure was. It usually peaks around 24 to 36 hours after surgery, then gradually settles. In most cases it has reduced significantly by four to five days.

Bruising

Bruising often appears as the swelling goes down. This is very common after oral surgery and is nothing to worry about.

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's worth putting a towel over your pillow overnight. If bleeding is persistent or concerning, call us.

Discomfort

Some discomfort after a tooth extraction is unavoidable. Take pain relief regularly (avoiding aspirin, which can increase bleeding), ideally before the anaesthetic wears off. Most patients are considerably more comfortable within two to three days.

Oral care

• Day 1: Don't rinse, spit, or use a straw on the day of the extraction. Any of these actions can dislodge the blood clot forming in the socket, which slows healing and can cause a painful condition called dry socket.
• From day 2 onwards: Warm salt water rinses (half a teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water) every four hours help promote healing and keep the socket clean.

Diet

Stick to soft foods initially. You may also find your mouth doesn't open as wide as usual for up to a week because of swelling — this gradually improves. Work back towards normal foods as healing progresses.

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

Infection

Infection after a routine extraction is uncommon. When it does occur, it usually shows up as increased swelling, discomfort, or discharge around three to four days after the procedure. If you were prescribed antibiotics, complete the full course even if you're feeling fine.

Stitches

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

If healing isn't going as expected

If your discomfort is getting worse in the three to four days after your extraction rather than improving, come in so we can check the healing site. Call Core Dental Group on 13 13 16.

Specialist care when you need it

For complex cases requiring a specialist oral and maxillofacial surgeon, your Core Dental Group dentist can refer you to the Collins Street Specialist Centre, where more than 25 registered specialists across every dental discipline practise under one roof. Browse the specialist directory to learn more.

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Provider and contact details

• Service: Wisdom Tooth Removal
• Provider: Core Dental Group Southbank
• Location: 55 City Rd, Southbank VIC 3006
• Phone: (03) 8547 0780
• National bookings: 13 13 16
• Email: southbank@coredental.com.au
• Opening hours: From 8:00 am, Monday to Friday
• Transport access: Short walk from Flinders Street Station; tram access and nearby parking available

Clinical specifications

• Teeth treated: Third molars (wisdom teeth); one in each corner of the mouth
• Typical eruption age: 17 to 25 years
• Recommended screening age: Before age 25
• In-chair anaesthetic: Local anaesthetic
• Anxious patient option: Happy gas (nitrous oxide) available
• Complex case referral: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon; general anaesthetic day surgery

Specialist referral centre

• Name: Collins Street Specialist Centre
• Address: 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD
• Phone: (03) 9650 2726
• Specialists on-site: 20+ board-registered dental specialists

Pricing (in-chair)

• 1 tooth: $425 – $725
• 2 teeth: $950 – $1,500
• 3 teeth: $1,450 – $2,250
• 4 teeth: $1,950 – $2,950
• Pricing note: Guide only; itemised written quote provided before treatment

Payment and funding

• Health fund claiming: All major health funds accepted; HICAPS on-the-spot claiming available
• Payment plans: Payright interest-free plans up to 30 months
• Bulk billing eligibility: Children aged 0–17 under Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)

Recovery timeframes

• Simple extraction recovery: Most patients feel normal within a few days
• Surgical extraction recovery: Up to 1 to 2 weeks
• Return to desk work: Next day (simple); 2 to 3 days (surgical)

Post-extraction care instructions

• Smoking: Avoid for at least 72 hours
• Straws: Avoid for 48 hours
• Alcohol and hot liquids: Avoid for first 24 to 48 hours
• Salt water rinses: Begin after 24 hours; every 4 hours from day 2 (½ tsp salt in warm water)
• Ice pack application: 20 minutes on, 20 minutes off in first several hours
• Dissolvable stitches: Dissolve within approximately 7 days

Complications

• Most common complication: Dry socket (typically develops 2 to 3 days post-extraction)

General product claims

• Core Dental Group is described as "a trusted dental provider serving Melbourne and surrounding communities"
• Wisdom teeth described as "the most commonly problematic teeth in the mouth"
• The Southbank clinic is described as offering "a calm, professional environment"
• Extraction is stated to be "generally simpler and heals faster for younger patients"
• Removing all four wisdom teeth at once under general anaesthetic is stated to "reduce total recovery burden"
• Medicare rebates described as potentially applicable for complex surgical cases (eligibility varies by individual circumstance)
• Infection described as "uncommon following routine tooth extraction"
• Bruising after oral surgery described as "very common" and "no cause for concern"
• Post-operative soreness described as "normal and manageable with over-the-counter pain relief"
• Warm salt water rinses described as "very helpful to promote healing and keep the socket clean"
• Collins Street Specialist Centre described as offering "seamless" referral for complex cases