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Wisdom Teeth Removal

At Pelago Dental, we are committed to making your wisdom teeth removal efficient, comfortable, and affordable, ensuring a smooth experience from start to finish.

What Are Wisdom Teeth?

Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are the last set of teeth to appear, usually in the late teens or early twenties. Most people have four wisdom teeth, one in each corner of the mouth. Because there is often not enough space for them to grow properly, they can lead to pain, crowding, or other dental issues.

What Are Impacted Wisdom Teeth?

Impacted wisdom teeth occur when these back molars don’t have enough space to emerge or grow in properly. They may remain partially or fully trapped under the gums or come in at the wrong angle, leading to pain, crowding, or infection if left untreated.

Your Trusted Clinic for Wisdom Tooth Removal

At Pelago Dental, our experienced team is here to provide gentle, high-quality care for your wisdom teeth. We have extensive experience in wisdom tooth removal and are committed to ensuring excellent results and patient comfort.

We will keep you informed at every step, answer any questions you have, and make your experience as smooth as possible. With Pelago Dental, you can feel confident you’re in safe hands for your wisdom teeth examination and removal.

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Do Wisdom Teeth Have to Be Removed?

Not all wisdom teeth need to be removed. However, they may need removal if they are impacted, causing pain, crowding, infection, or damaging nearby teeth.

At Pelago Dental, we will assess your wisdom teeth with a thorough examination and X-rays to determine whether removal is necessary for your oral health.

The Wisdom Teeth Removal Process

Wisdom teeth removal is a routine procedure to prevent or address problems caused by impacted or problematic wisdom teeth. At Pelago Dental, we will guide you through each step so you know what to expect and feel comfortable throughout your treatment.

Dental examination

Before removal, your dentist will perform a thorough examination of your mouth and take X-rays to assess the position and condition of your wisdom teeth. This helps us determine if extraction is needed and plan the best approach for your procedure.

Anaesthesia

On the day of your procedure, a local anaesthetic will be used to numb the area around your wisdom teeth to ensure you are comfortable. For more complex cases or if you prefer, we also offer general anaesthesia so you can be fully asleep during the extraction.

Extraction

Once the anaesthesia has taken effect, your dentist will begin the extraction. If your wisdom teeth are impacted, a small incision may be made in the gums to access the tooth. The tooth will then be carefully removed, and the area will be cleaned to ensure it is free of debris.

Stitches (If Needed)

After your wisdom teeth are removed, your dentist may place dissolvable stitches to help the area heal. These stitches will naturally dissolve on their own, so you won’t need to return to have them removed.

Post-operative care

After your procedure, you will receive clear instructions on caring for your mouth during recovery. This will include guidance on managing pain, swelling, and bleeding, along with tips for maintaining good oral hygiene while your mouth heals.

Follow-up

A follow-up appointment will be scheduled to check your healing progress and ensure there are no complications. At Pelago Dental, our experienced Karratha dentists provide attentive, high-quality care to support a smooth recovery and ensure your comfort throughout the process.

What our patients say

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Caravanning from Perth to Darwin and experienced pain in my gums. Although very busy they managed to fit me in and Ingrid took care of my problem for me. What a lovely, professional place. Not only that but they followed up with a call two days later just to make sure I was ok. Full marks to Pelago Dental. Thank you. 🙏

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I was extremely happy with the service provided by Dr. Minkyu Kim, paid less for a filling then what I paid in Mandurah. Can highly recommend this Clinic.

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These guys are truly awesome! Like me, I think most people find visiting the dentist to be a little bit scary. Not this clinic - they are amazing! Very welcoming and caring. Thank you Dr Kathryn Randall & assistant - you did a fantastic job. No pain and my teeth feel great! 😀

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I have been going to Pelago Dental for the past 2 years. Dr Kathryn and the staff are always friendly and helpful every time. They always make me feel confident and comfortable with whatever treatment I'm having. Would highly recommend them!

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The girls were absolutely amazing. They fit me in for and emergency extraction and I've always had an issue with getting enough anaesthetic but they were already prepared. Definately recommend over the other options in town.

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A big thank you to Ingrid and the team for seeing me so quickly. For making it a safe space and understanding what I was needing. You guys rock and you take the fear out of dentistry. Thanks again Denise

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Great experience twice at pelago Dental. First time for me and then we took our 4 year old twins for their first dental experience and the team were fantastic, friendly, communicate well, nice clinic, etc.

Where to find us

Pelago Dental

182/26 Sharpe Avenue
Karratha WA 6714, Australia

Booking:
You can book an appointment with us online or call us at o8 9185 4849. Please note your dental appointment is considered confirmed at the time of booking. We have reserved the time with our dentists, dental assistants and hygienists, especially for you. We will contact you prior to your scheduled appointment with a courtesy reminder but ultimately it is your responsibility to ensure that you arrive on time for your appointment. We know that life can get in the way and if you need to reschedule, please give us at least one business day’s notice and we will be happy to find a time that better suits you.

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