Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Wisdom tooth treatment involves the safe removal or management of wisdom teeth
to prevent or relieve pain, infection, and damage to surrounding teeth.
After a thorough examination, we provide safe and comfortable treatment to help maintain your long-term oral health.

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What Is a Wisdom Tooth?

A wisdom tooth is the third molar,
which usually erupts last between the ages of 17 and 25.

However, there is often not enough space in the gums and jawbone, so wisdom teeth commonly grow in an abnormal direction or remain impacted under the gums.

A wisdom tooth is the third molar, which usually erupts last between the ages of 17 and 25.

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Six Common Symptoms
Caused by Wisdom Teeth

  • Gum Swelling and Pain
    1

    Gum Swelling and Pain

    The gums around the wisdom tooth may repeatedly swell and become inflamed, causing significant pain.

  • Food Impaction and Inflammation
    2

    Food Impaction and Inflammation

    Because wisdom teeth are often deep and difficult to clean, food easily gets trapped and bacteria multiply, frequently causing inflammation.

  • Tooth Decay and Damage
    3

    Tooth Decay and Damage

    An angled wisdom tooth may push against the molar in front of it, causing decay or damaging the adjacent tooth root.

  • Bad Breath
    4

    Bad Breath

    Food debris and inflammation around the wisdom tooth can become a cause of severe bad breath.

  • Difficulty and Pain When Opening the Mouth
    5

    Difficulty and Pain When Opening the Mouth

    Inflammation around the wisdom tooth may affect the jaw joint and muscles, making it difficult to open the mouth and causing jaw stiffness.

  • Headache and General Discomfort
    6

    Headache and General Discomfort

    Persistent pain and tension caused by wisdom teeth may also lead to neck and shoulder pain or headaches.

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Types of
Wisdom Teeth

  • Straight Wisdom Tooth

    Straight
    Wisdom Tooth

    The tooth erupts upright in the correct position and properly functions as a molar.

  • Impacted Wisdom Tooth

    Impacted
    Wisdom Tooth

    The wisdom tooth is blocked within the gum and does not erupt into view.

  • Partially Impacted Wisdom Tooth

    Partially Impacted
    Wisdom Tooth

    Only part of the tooth has erupted, while the rest remains partially buried in the gum.

  • Horizontal Wisdom Tooth

    Horizontal
    Wisdom Tooth

    The tooth grows horizontally or at an angle and may press against the adjacent molar.

Wisdom teeth can appear in several different forms, which can make treatment more difficult.
As modern jaw structures become smaller, there is often insufficient space for wisdom teeth to erupt, or they may erupt abnormally from the start.
These wisdom teeth may damage adjacent teeth, trap food, and cause bad breath. If they are close to the inferior alveolar nerve, extraction may become a high-difficulty procedure.

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Wisdom Tooth Process

  1. Consultation and Diagnosis

    Consultation and Diagnosis

    Before treatment, the dentist carefully reviews the patient’s symptoms and discomfort and performs a thorough oral examination. X-rays or 3D CT imaging may be used when needed for an accurate diagnosis.

  2. Treatment Planning

    Treatment Planning

    Based on the diagnosis, the dentist explains the necessary treatment method, the expected treatment period, and estimated cost. The plan is finalized after the patient has fully understood and agreed.

  3. Step-by-Step Treatment

    Step-by-Step Treatment

    Treatment proceeds step by step according to the patient’s condition and treatment goals. When needed, cavity treatment, root canal treatment, crown restoration, and gum treatment may be carried out in sequence.

  4. Anesthesia and Pain Control

    Anesthesia and Pain Control

    Throughout the treatment process, patient comfort is prioritized by using appropriate local anesthesia and pain control, with careful attention to minimizing discomfort during treatment.

  5. Aftercare and Regular Check-ups

    Aftercare and Regular Check-ups

    After treatment, patients receive guidance on proper care so that their oral condition can remain stable. Regular checkups also help detect recurrence or new problems at an early stage.

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What Makes Heal Dental Hospital the Right Choice?

When choosing a dental hospital from abroad, there are important questions that must be checked.

Does the hospital have world-class medical staff and technology? Is it internationally trusted? Are the treatment environment and facilities pleasant and comfortable? Is the location easy to access, and are the treatment costs reasonable? If Heal Dental Hospital is the answer to these questions, you can confidently confirm that the answer is YES.

  • 1

    Implant specialists perform the treatment directly

    A team focused specifically on implants manages everything from diagnosis to surgery and aftercare. Their experience is reflected in approximately 110,000 implant placement procedures.

  • 3

    Use of authentic implant products

    We use only genuine global implant brands from Korea and abroad, and always provide an authenticity warranty certificate.

  • 5

    A large medical team of 11 clinicians certified by the Ministry of Health and Welfare

    Implant surgery requires precise and systematic teamwork. Our hospital offers university-hospital-level expertise and has established an advanced collaborative care system.

  • 2

    Precision diagnostic system

    Using advanced diagnostic equipment, we analyze everything from the overall oral condition to fine anatomical structures, enabling accurate diagnosis and customized treatment.

  • 4

    Safe care even for patients with systemic diseases

    Patients with risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, or osteoporosis can also receive treatment with peace of mind under a 10-doctor collaborative care system.

  • 6

    Professional individual treatment rooms and luxurious interior design

    The hospital is organized into consultation rooms, prosthodontic rooms, surgical rooms, and VIP rooms, offering treatment in a more specialized and premium environment.