Grosse Pointe Wisdom Teeth | Family Dentist

Our Grosse Pointe dentists can help you deal with the frustration and uncertainty surrounding whether or not to remove your child’s wisdom teeth.

While wisdom teeth can be a valuable asset to your mouth when they are healthy and properly positioned, problems may develop that require their removal. Our professional Grosse Pointe wisdom teeth dentist will work with you to determine the best course of action for your specific situation.

Wisdom teeth are the last molars — also called third molars — which develop on each side of your jaw. These teeth usually emerge in the back of your mouth between the ages of 16-20. When the jaw isn't large enough to accommodate your wisdom teeth, they can become impacted (unable to come in or misaligned). Wisdom teeth may grow sideways, emerge only part way through the gum or remain trapped beneath the gum and bone.

A wisdom tooth extraction is a relatively routine procedure. The dentist will numb the area in your mouth with a local anesthesia or sedation so you are asleep during the procedure. After your tooth (or teeth) is removed, you may be asked to bite down softly on a piece of gauze for 30 to 45 minutes after you leave the office to limit any bleeding that may occur. Patients may experience some pain and swelling which will normally subside after a few days.

Conveniently located on the Northeast side of Metro Grosse Pointe, we provide wisdom services to Grosse Pointe, Warren, Roseville, St. Clair Shores and all other nearby areas. Contact our office or call us directly at 313.882.4970.