Wisdom tooth assessment and removal in Izmir
Wisdom teeth are third molars at the back of the mouth. They may erupt fully, remain partly covered by gum or be impacted. A wisdom tooth does not automatically need removal because it is impacted: the decision depends on symptoms, disease, its position and the risks of keeping or removing it.
When might removal be considered?
Reasons may include recurrent infection around a partly erupted tooth, decay that cannot be managed appropriately, damage to a neighbouring tooth or other diagnosed disease. A tooth without a treatment indication may be monitored. Pain at the back of the jaw needs examination because the wisdom tooth is not always the cause.
Assessment and planning
At Ilke Oral and Dental Health Clinic in Üçyol, Karabağlar, your dentist examines the area, reviews your health and medicines and requests imaging when needed. The relationship to nearby nerves or the sinus may affect planning. Complex cases may require referral. Discuss alternatives and individual risks before consenting to removal.
Follow the specific instructions about eating, drinking, medicines and travel for the anaesthetic planned. Fasting instructions for sedation or general anaesthesia differ from those for local anaesthesia; do not arrive fasting merely because of a general website statement. Confirm instructions with the treating team if they are unclear.
What happens during the procedure?
Local anaesthesia is commonly used to numb the area. Pressure and movement may be felt; tell the clinician if you feel pain. A surgical approach may involve lifting gum tissue, removing a small amount of bone or dividing the tooth. Stitches may be needed. Difficulty and treatment time vary with the tooth and surrounding anatomy.
Recovery and possible complications
Soreness, swelling and a stiff jaw can follow removal. The pattern and length of recovery vary, so follow the instructions and review plan provided for your case. Protect the clot: avoid rinsing, spitting or disturbing the socket for the first 24 hours unless your treating team instructs otherwise. Gentle rinsing may be advised after that period.
Choose suitable soft food, avoid hot drinks while numb and follow advice about cleaning, activity and medicines. Avoid smoking because it can impair healing. Risks to discuss include bleeding, infection, dry socket and, for some teeth, nerve injury causing altered sensation. Nerve symptoms can occasionally persist, so the individual risk should be explained before surgery.
Seek prompt dental review for bleeding that does not stop, severe or increasing pain, worsening swelling, fever or a bad taste with pain. Difficulty breathing or swallowing, rapidly spreading swelling or heavy uncontrolled bleeding requires urgent medical care.
Frequently asked questions
Must every wisdom tooth be removed?
No. A tooth without a treatment indication may be monitored. The dentist weighs the disease or symptoms against the individual risks of surgery.
Is the procedure always painless?
Anaesthesia aims to control pain, but pressure and postoperative discomfort may occur. Tell the clinician about pain during treatment so that it can be addressed.
How long will recovery take?
It depends on the procedure and your health. Initial recovery and deeper healing are different. Contact the clinic if symptoms worsen or do not follow the expected course explained to you.
Do I need antibiotics?
Not every extraction requires them. Use antibiotics only when prescribed for a clinical indication.
How can I arrange an assessment?
Call +90 232 255 51 55 or use the online appointment form. See our general extraction and aftercare guide.
Patient information sources
See NHS: wisdom tooth removal, NHS inform: procedure and complications and Health New Zealand: wisdom teeth.
