FAQs About Wisdom Tooth

At Le Chic Dentist, your comfort is our absolute top priority. Depending on the complexity of your extraction and your personal anxiety levels, Dr. Maryam Hadian, DDS, offers a variety of options ranging from local anesthesia to nitrous oxide or oral conscious sedation. We will discuss the best choice for you during your consultation to ensure a deeply relaxed, pain-free experience.

Yes, we generally recommend removing all four wisdom teeth during a single appointment if they all need to come out. Getting them extracted at the same time means you only have to go through the sedation, the healing process, and the dietary restrictions once, saving you significant time and discomfort in the long run!

If you are experiencing severe, throbbing pain, sudden facial swelling, a fever, or difficulty swallowing, you may need an emergency extraction to prevent a serious infection from spreading. Please contact our Los Angeles office immediately so Dr. Maryam Hadian, DDS, can evaluate your smile. If your wisdom teeth are simply causing mild discomfort as they emerge, we can usually schedule a standard extraction at your convenience.

Swelling is a completely normal part of the body’s healing process. It typically peaks around the second or third day after your procedure and then gradually subsides. We recommend applying ice packs to the outside of your cheek in 20-minute intervals during the first 24 to 48 hours to help minimize inflammation and keep you comfortable.

We typically recommend evaluating and removing wisdom teeth during the late teenage years or early twenties (usually between the ages of 16 and 25). At this stage in life, the roots of the wisdom teeth are not fully formed, and the jawbone is slightly less dense, which makes the extraction process smoother and significantly speeds up your recovery time.

The cost of wisdom tooth extraction in Los Angeles can vary widely based on whether the teeth have fully erupted through the gums or are trapped beneath the bone. Generally, simple extractions range from $150 to $300 per tooth, while complex impacted removals can cost between $300 and $1000 per tooth. At Le Chic Dentist, we always provide a fully transparent, personalized estimate before any treatment begins.

Without dental insurance, removing all four wisdom teeth in Los Angeles typically averages between $1,200 and $3,000. This estimate factors in the complexity of the impactions and the type of sedation used. We know this is a significant investment, which is why Dr. Maryam Hadian, DDS, and our team offer flexible financing plans to make your essential care highly affordable.

You can receive top-tier, compassionate surgical care right here at Le Chic Dentist! Dr. Maryam Hadian, DDS, and our highly trained team are deeply experienced in performing gentle, precise wisdom tooth extractions. We prioritize your safety, comfort, and peace of mind at our state-of-the-art Los Angeles practice.

Most of our patients feel significantly better and can resume normal, light activities within three to four days. However, it can take a full week or two for the extraction sites in your gums to completely heal over. We will provide you with comprehensive aftercare instructions to ensure your recovery is smooth and entirely complication-free.

For the first few days, we strongly recommend sticking to a soft-food diet to protect your extraction sites. Excellent options include yogurt, applesauce, smoothies, mashed potatoes, and lukewarm soups. Avoid anything crunchy, spicy, or overly hot, and never use a straw, as the suction can severely disrupt your healing process!

A dry socket happens when the protective blood clot at the extraction site dislodges or dissolves before the wound has healed, exposing the underlying bone and delicate nerves. It can be quite painful! To prevent this, we strongly advise against using straws, smoking, spitting forcefully, or aggressively swishing liquids for at least a week after your procedure.

Not necessarily. If your wisdom teeth emerge completely straight, fit comfortably in your mouth without crowding your healthy teeth, and can be easily cleaned, you might be able to keep them. However, because they often grow sideways or become impacted, Dr. Maryam Hadian, DDS, frequently recommends removing them proactively to protect your long-term oral health.

Impacted wisdom teeth are physically blocked from properly breaking through the gums. You might not be able to see them, but you may experience symptoms like radiating jaw pain, tender or bleeding gums, swelling around the back of the jaw, or difficulty opening your mouth. The most definitive way to check is to visit Le Chic Dentist, where Dr. Maryam Hadian, DDS, will take a panoramic digital X-ray to see exactly how your teeth are positioned beneath the surface. At Le Chic Dentist, we prioritize empowering you with the essential information as you prepare for your wisdom tooth extraction. Dr. Maryam Hadian, DDS, is committed to offering a safe, comfortable, and personalized experience in Los Angeles. For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 3755 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066. We serve patients from Santa Monica Los Angeles CA, Downtown LA, Beverly Hills CA, Inglewood CA, Marina Del Rey CA, Playa Vista CA, El Segundo CA, Mar Vista CA and surrounding areas.