Blood clot formation is necessary to stop bleeding. Please do not touch the surgical site using your fingers or tongue. On the day of the surgery, avoid drinking through straws, rinsing your mouth excessively, or spitting vigorously, as these could affect blood clot formation.

Once the numbness has worn off, it’s recommended that you consume something because nourishment is key in the healing process. Take a soft and cool diet that does not require chewing for the first few days (i.e. porridge, oatmeal, milkshake yoghurt, or soup etc.). Avoid hot and spicy foods to reduce irritation of the surgical sites. Smokers should also avoid smoking as it is counterproductive to the healing process.

Your oral surgeon will provide specific instructions regarding fasting before the surgery. Typically, you will be advised not to eat or drink anything for a certain period before the procedure to prevent complications and ensure your safety during anaesthesia.

Generally, 5 to 7 days of medical leave are given for the surgical removal of a wisdom tooth. Discuss this with your dentist during your visit.

The recovery time can vary depending on the complexity of the extraction and individual factors. Generally, it takes about a week to ten days to recover fully. During this time, you may experience some swelling, mild pain, and difficulty opening your mouth fully.

Like any surgical procedure, there are potential risks and complications, although they are relatively rare. These can include infection, dry socket (delayed healing), damage to surrounding teeth or nerves, excessive bleeding, or sinus complications. Your oral surgeon will discuss these risks with you beforehand.

After wisdom tooth surgery, you will usually experience mild pain, swelling, and discomfort for a few days. This is normal and limited to the surgical area. You will be given painkillers and other medicine to make you more comfortable and help your recovery. By the 3rd day, most patients would be pain-free.

Wisdom tooth surgery, also known as wisdom tooth extraction, is a surgical procedure to remove one or more wisdom teeth (third molars) that may be impacted, causing pain, infections, or other dental problems.

Medisave may be used to pay for the following surgical procedures such as: surgical tooth removal (e.g. impacted wisdom teeth), implant surgery, bone grafts, and biopsies. If you are above 60, you can also use Flexi Medisave for root canal treatment and crowns.

Procedures such as braces, Invisalign and dentures cannot be paid for with Medisave

Stitches are usually removed 1-2 weeks after surgery. Your dentist will advise you on the exact date during your visit.

Wisdom teeth are commonly removed due to various reasons, including lack of space in the mouth, impaction (when the tooth doesn't fully emerge), improper alignment, potential damage to nearby teeth, gum disease, or recurrent infections.

It is common to bleed slightly from the surgical site for 1-2 days after surgery. To stop bleeding, place a piece of gauze directly at the surgical site and bite down firmly. Change the gauze every 30 minutes or as needed. Keeping your head elevated with pillows can also help to control bleeding. However, if bleeding continues or increases, please call our dental clinic for advice immediately, and we will be happy to assist you.

Prices for wisdom teeth removal (per tooth) are: Non-surgical extraction: $190 to $250 (general dentist) or $250 to $400 (specialist oral and maxillofacial surgeon). Surgical removal: $650 to $1550 (general dentist) or $1250 to $1800 (specialist oral and maxillofacial surgeon). Prices do not include general charges such as consultation, medication, X-rays, and GST. CHAS subsidies are available for non-surgical extractions. Medisave is claimable for surgical removal.

The actual procedure is typically performed under local anaesthesia, so you won't feel any pain during the surgery. However, it's common to experience some discomfort and swelling after the procedure. Your oral surgeon will provide appropriate pain management options.

Yes, your oral surgeon will schedule a follow-up appointment to monitor your healing progress. They will check the extraction site, remove any stitches if necessary, and address any concerns or questions you may have.