EXPERT ORAL SURGERY CARE
Crystal Clear Dental offers wisdom teeth exams and removal at our San Antonio office. If your wisdom teeth hurt, cause swelling, or get stuck under your gums, we’ll examine your teeth and take X-rays. Then, we’ll explain what we find and help you decide whether to keep an eye on your wisdom teeth or remove them.
If you do need your wisdom teeth removed, our San Antonio team will make the process as simple, comfortable, and stress-free as possible.
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TRANSPARENT DIAGNOSTICS
No, it’s not like everyone has to remove their wisdom teeth. If your wisdom teeth are healthy, positioned well, and easy to clean, you may need just a simple monitor.
We recommend removing a wisdom tooth when it’s impacted, causes severe pain, feels difficult to clean, pushes against another tooth, or develops a cavity.
We will carefully look at your wisdom teeth and help you decide what’s best for you. You can learn more in our guide on whether wisdom teeth always need to be removed.
WARNING SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Here are a few signs when you should worry about your wisdom tooth:
If one or more of these symptoms keep coming back, you should look at them. For severe pain or swelling, our emergency dental care team can see you quickly.
UNDERSTANDING THIRD MOLARS
An impacted wisdom tooth doesn’t have enough room to come in properly. It may stay under the gum or bone, or grow at an angle instead.
Some impacted teeth stay partly covered by the gum. Others stay completely hidden or push against the tooth next to them. Since they can be hard to clean, they may cause infection, cavities, or pressure on nearby teeth.
Impacted wisdom teeth can be hard to clean and may need removal. But not all impacted teeth need to come out. We’ll check your teeth and recommend removal only if it’s right for you.
CONSERVATIVE DIAGNOSTICS
We don’t remove a wisdom tooth just because it’s there. First, we examine your mouth and use digital X-rays or a 3D scan to see where the tooth sits.
We’ll check how your wisdom tooth is growing, whether there’s enough room for it, and if it’s affecting your nearby teeth. We’ll also see how easy it is to keep the area clean.
Then we’ll walk you through what we find and discuss your options. You may only need regular checkups, or we may recommend removing the tooth. If you need more specialized care, we’ll help you find a trusted oral surgeon.
SURGICAL PRECISION & COMFORT
Wisdom tooth removal is a type of tooth extraction. The process depends on whether your tooth has fully come in, partly come in, or is impacted. Here’s what you can expect with wisdom teeth removal in San Antonio:
Consultation and X-rays: We’ll check your mouth, take X-rays or a 3D scan, and ask about your symptoms and health history.
Your treatment plan: We’ll explain if you need removal, discuss your anesthesia and sedation options, and go over the cost before we start.
The procedure: We’ll numb your mouth so you don’t feel pain. If the tooth sits under the gum, we may remove it whole or in smaller pieces. We’ll add stitches if needed.
Going home: We’ll give you gauze and simple aftercare instructions. We’ll also make sure you feel okay before you leave. Most removals take less than an hour, depending on how many teeth we remove.
Sedation and Comfort Options
You will not feel sharp pain during the procedure. You may feel just some pressure or movement, but your mouth will feel numb.
If you feel nervous, our sedation options can help you relax. It has nitrous oxide (laughing gas), oral sedatives, and IV sedation. We will talk in detail about each option and help you choose what’s most comfortable for you.
If you choose oral or IV sedation, ask an adult to drive you to and from your appointment. You won’t be able to drive right after. We’ll also explain how to prepare for your visit.
POST-OPERATIVE RECOVERY GUIDELINES
Some soreness, swelling, jaw stiffness, and mild bleeding are normal in the first few days, and they usually ease as you heal. To recover comfortably:
Our patients usually feel noticeably better after the first two to three days, though healing is different for everyone.
RECOVERY TIMELINE
Healing takes time, but most of our patients start feeling better within a few days. Pain and swelling are usually strongest during the first few days, then they slowly improve.
Your gums usually heal over the next few weeks. The bone underneath takes longer and may need several weeks or even months to fully heal.
Everyone heals differently, so your recovery time will depend on your tooth, the procedure, and your overall healing.
POST-SURGICAL SAFETY & SUPPORT
Most recoveries go smoothly, but contact us right away if you notice:
We’re here to help, and it’s always better to call with a question than to wait it out.
THE CRYSTAL CLEAR DIFFERENCE
With wisdom teeth removal in San Antonio, you can get most of your care in one place. We can handle your exam, imaging, sedation, removal, and follow-up under the same roof, so you may not need to visit several different offices.
Dr. Greene performs the procedure and has training in oral surgery and dental implants. He also completed 13 months of advanced dental training with a focus on oral and IV sedation. If you feel nervous about dental treatment, he’ll take the time to help you feel calm and comfortable.
A few more things patients appreciate:
Care within reach
We accept many dental insurance plans and can help you check your coverage. The cost of wisdom tooth removal depends on the number of teeth, their position, and whether you need sedation.
If you don’t have insurance, our membership plans can make care more affordable. You can also visit our insurance and financing page to learn more.
San Antonio & neighboring communities
Do you have questions about your wisdom teeth? We’re here to help! We’ll examine your teeth, take any needed X-rays, and explain whether removal is right for you.
Visit us at 5507 E Evans Rd #106, San Antonio, TX 78261. We’re open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call us to check available times for your procedure.
We offer weekday and Saturday appointments and welcome patients from San Antonio, Stone Oak, Shavano Park, Schertz, and nearby areas. Not sure if you need removal? We can take a look and help you decide what’s best for your smile.
Common Questions
No, not always. If your wisdom teeth are healthy, growing well, and easy to clean, you may be able to keep them. We’ll recommend removal if they’re causing problems or could cause issues later.
Wisdom teeth can cause pain, swelling, infections, or cavities. You may also notice food getting stuck or pressure on nearby teeth. We’ll check your teeth and take an X-ray to find out if there’s a problem.
It’s a wisdom tooth that doesn’t have enough room to come in normally. It may stay under the gum or bone, or grow at an angle. Because it can be hard to clean, it may cause problems.
We numb your mouth before the procedure, so you shouldn’t feel sharp pain. You may feel some pressure or movement. Some soreness after the procedure is normal and usually gets better within a few days.
There’s no perfect age to remove wisdom teeth. They usually come in during the late teens or early twenties. We’ll check your teeth and take X-rays to see if you need them removed.
Please call us at (210) 900-4400 to know the cost. It depends on how many teeth we remove, whether they’re impacted, and the sedation you choose. Insurance may help cover some costs. We’ll give you a clear estimate before treatment.
Most of our patients feel better after a few days and get back to their daily routine soon. Your gums and bone will take a few more weeks to heal fully.
Eat soft foods like yogurt, smoothies, soup, eggs, and mashed potatoes. Avoid straws, and slowly return to your usual foods as you feel better.
See a dentist if you have pain, swelling, or trouble opening your mouth. If you have severe pain, spreading swelling, or signs of infection, contact us right away.
Most of our patients can return to work or school after a day or two of rest. If your job involves heavy physical work, you may need more time to recover. We’ll help you know what’s best for you.
Give yourself a few days to rest before returning to exercise. Working out too soon can slow healing and increase your risk of dry socket. Start with light activity and ease back into your routine as you feel better.
If you have oral or IV sedation, you’ll need an adult to drive you home. You shouldn’t drive after sedation. If you only receive local numbing, you can usually drive yourself home.
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