Wisdom Teeth in Encino, CA
What are wisdom teeth?
Third molars are commonly referred to as wisdom teeth. They are usually the last teeth to develop and are located in the back of your mouth, behind your second molars. Their development is usually completed between the middle teenage years and early twenties, a time traditionally associated with the onset of maturity and the attainment of wisdom.
Call West Valley Oral Surgery Group office Phone Number 818-788-4424 to schedule your wisdom teeth consultation.
Impacted Wisdom Teeth
When inadequate space prevents the teeth from erupting they are called impacted wisdom teeth.
This indicates their inability to erupt into the proper position for chewing and cleaning.
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Wisdom Teeth Removal
With an oral examination and x-rays of the mouth, Dr. Katz, Dr. Lokot, and Dr. Forney can evaluate the position of the wisdom teeth and predict if there are present or future potential problems.
After Extraction of Wisdom Teeth
After the wisdom teeth are removed, the gum is sutured.
To help control bleeding bite down on the gauze placed in your mouth.
If Your Wisdom Teeth Don’t Have Room to Grow, They May Need to Be Removed
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