Wisdom Tooth Removal in Keshav Puram, New Delhi
A wisdom tooth needs removal when it is stuck, repeatedly infected, decayed, or damaging the tooth next to it. One that has come in straight and can be cleaned can stay. Removal is done under local anaesthesia, and most people are back to normal within a week.
- Visits
- Usually 1
- Recovery
- About a week
- Pain
- Fully numbed
- Consultation
- From ₹100
Who it is for
Wisdom teeth usually arrive between 17 and 25 years of age. Get yours checked if you notice:
- Pain or swelling behind your last molar
- A bad taste or smell from the area
- Difficulty opening your mouth fully
- Pain that comes and goes every few months
- Swelling of the cheek or fever
Removal is advised when the tooth
- Is stuck under the gum or growing at an angle
- Causes repeated gum infection
- Is decayed, or is damaging the molar next to it
It can stay when it
- Has come in straight
- Can be cleaned properly
- Causes no pain or infection
What happens, step by step
- 1Examination and X-rayDr. Sneha checks the position of the tooth and its roots.
- 2Local anaesthesiaThe area is completely numbed.
- 3Removing the toothA simple wisdom tooth comes out in a few minutes. An impacted one may need the gum opened and the tooth removed in pieces.
- 4A stitch if neededA small dissolvable stitch may be placed.
- 5Aftercare and reviewYou get clear aftercare instructions and a review if needed.
How long it takes
Bruising and a stiff jaw can last a little longer after a difficult removal.
Is it painful?
Painless treatment is how we work. The area is fully numbed with local anaesthesia before we begin, so you feel pressure, not pain. Dr. Sneha explains each step before she starts.
Aftercare
- Bite on the gauze for 30 to 45 minutes.
- Apply an ice pack on the cheek on the first day.
- Eat soft, cool food for a day or two.
- Do not spit forcefully, use a straw or smoke for at least 48 hours.
- From the next day, rinse gently with warm salt water. Take medicines as prescribed.
Call the clinic if bleeding does not stop, pain gets worse after the third day, or you have fever or increasing swelling.
Cost
The price depends on whether the tooth is simple or impacted. Dr. Sneha confirms it after the X-ray, before treatment begins.
Consultation from ₹100. The treatment price is confirmed before anything begins.
Questions about wisdom teeth
Do all wisdom teeth need to be removed?
No. A wisdom tooth that is upright, healthy and easy to clean can stay. We simply monitor it at check-ups.
How long is the recovery?
Swelling usually peaks on the second day and then settles. Most people feel back to normal within a week.
Is swelling normal?
Yes, some swelling and stiffness is normal. An ice pack on the first day helps.
Can I go to work the next day?
Usually, yes. After a difficult removal you may need one to three days off.
Will it hurt?
The area is fully numbed during removal. Afterwards, prescribed pain relief keeps you comfortable.
This page is general information and does not replace an examination by a dentist.
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Professional removal of plaque and tartar to keep gums healthy.
What to expect
Wisdom tooth troubling you? Get it checked.
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