Wisdom Tooth Extraction – Raleigh, NC
Remove Your Molars, Remove Your Pain
Are you struggling with chronic jaw pain? Are you having difficulty keeping your third set of molars decay-free? If so, it’s time to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lisk to discuss wisdom tooth extractions! This emergency dental treatment is basically a rite of passage these days, and you don’t have to worry – we will go above and beyond to ensure the entire treatment process is both pain-free and stress-free. If you are interested in learning more, simply read on or give us a call!
Why Choose Dr. Philip A . Lisk for Wisdom Tooth Extractions?
- Top-Rated Dental Team in the Area
- Nitrous Oxide for Anxiety-Free Care
- Affordable Financing Options Available
What are Wisdom Teeth?
Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars, which typically make an appearance between the ages of 17 and 25. Although they were important for our early ancestors, our diets, cooking techniques, and facial structures look very different today. As a result, they are often more harmful and helpful. That’s why we closely monitor their development with X-rays and visual exams! If they start to cause trouble (or they have the potential to), we will begin the process of having them removed.
Why Do Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Removed?
As we mentioned above, we recommend having your wisdom teeth removed if they are causing trouble – whether it is difficulty brushing and flossing properly or chronic jaw pain. We also recommend having them extracted if:
- They are impacted (trapped beneath the gumline)
- There is an infection that’s causing fever, swelling, or pain
- Their presence increases your risk of serious dental problems, like cysts
- They are negatively impacting the alignment of your bite
What to Expect from the Wisdom Teeth Procedure
At your consultation, we will determine if extracting your wisdom teeth is necessary and, if it is, the best way to do so. If your molars have broken through the gumline, then they will be loosened and gently removed. If they are trapped underneath, then Dr. Lisk will need to make a small incision in the gums before removing each tooth section by section. In both cases, the first step is thoroughly numbing your mouth and the last step is tending to the extraction site.
Recovering from Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Following your procedure, it’s crucial that you focus on resting. Additionally, you should:
- Take prescribed or OTC pain medication as directed
- Use a cold compress to alleviate swelling
- Change the gauze pads as needed
- Don’t use a straw, spit, or smoke
- Eat only soft foods, like applesauce and yogurt
- Avoid tobacco products
Understanding the Cost of Wisdom Tooth Extractions
Even if you know that extraction is the best way to resolve the issues caused by your wisdom teeth, it’s perfectly reasonable to want to know about what the procedure will cost. At Dr. Philip A. Lisk’s office, we do everything we can to help our patients understand the factors that contribute to the cost of their treatment and the best way for them to make necessary procedures affordable. Here’s a brief guide to how wisdom tooth extraction is priced at our office, but please feel free to contact us online if you’d like to know more.
Factors That Can Impact the Cost of Wisdom Tooth Extractions
The overall price of your wisdom tooth extractions will mostly depend on a few factors, those being:
- How many wisdom teeth must be removed: Some people are born with fewer than four wisdom teeth, and it is not always necessary to remove all of them.
- Impaction: Impacted wisdom teeth fail to emerge from the gums properly, and they can lead to a host of issues like chronic pain, dental misalignments, and oral infections. Wisdom teeth impacted in the gum tissue are generally easier and less costly to remove than those impacted in the bone tissue.
- Anesthesia: The cost of your anesthetic and/or sedation treatment will be noted on your final bill.
- Insurance coverage: Different policies cover their members for wisdom tooth extractions at different rates.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Wisdom Tooth Extractions?
Most dental insurance plans at least partially cover wisdom tooth extractions depending on whether the patient has met their deductible or maximum for the year. Insurance providers typically cover medically necessary treatments like wisdom tooth extractions by 50% to 80%, and we’ll be happy to help you understand your policy and determine exactly what it will pay for during your consultation. We’ll also gladly file your paperwork with your insurance company when necessary.
How to Make Wisdom Tooth Extractions Affordable
We know that many patients will need wisdom tooth extractions even if they are uninsured or underinsured, so we offer several options to make treatments more affordable. These include:
- Flexible financing options: We partner with CareCredit to offer our patients flexible payment plans with little to no interest.
- Our Dental Savings Plan: For an annual fee of $433, you can receive significant discounts on necessary dental care.
Our staff will be happy to help you navigate your insurance, financing, and payment options during your consultation.