Do wisdom teeth always have to be removed?

No. If a wisdom tooth has erupted correctly, is well aligned and causes no problems or risk to the neighbouring teeth, it can be kept. Extraction is only indicated when there is a specific clinical reason: infection, decay, pressure on the adjacent molar, a cyst or orthodontic planning.

Can wisdom teeth that don't hurt still be a problem?

Yes. The absence of pain does not guarantee there is no problem. An impacted tooth can silently damage the molar in front, cause decay in hard-to-clean areas or develop a cyst without symptoms. That is why an X-ray evaluation is essential, even if nothing hurts.

At what age is it best to have wisdom teeth removed?

In general, between 18 and 25, when the roots are not yet fully formed and the bone is more flexible. Recovery is usually faster. But it can also be done in older people with good results — what matters is the individual assessment, not age.

Does wisdom tooth extraction hurt?

Not during the procedure, because it is performed with local anaesthesia. In cases of significant anxiety, we also offer conscious sedation to make the experience as comfortable as possible. The patient may feel pressure or movement, but not pain. The post-operative period can be uncomfortable: swelling and discomfort in the first days are normal and are well controlled with painkillers.

How long does recovery take after extraction?

The most uncomfortable phase usually lasts 3-5 days. Maximum swelling appears around the second or third day and then subsides. At 7-10 days, when the check-up is done and stitches are removed, most patients are practically recovered.

What is dry socket and how is it avoided?

Dry socket occurs when the clot that forms in the socket after extraction breaks down before healing properly. It causes intense pain that worsens instead of improving. To avoid it, follow the post-operative instructions: don't smoke, don't rinse vigorously in the first 24 hours and avoid very hot or very cold drinks. If it appears, it is easily treated at the clinic.

Can all four wisdom teeth be removed at once?

Technically it is possible, but in practice it is usually done by quadrants or by sides. Removing all four at once can make the post-operative period harder to manage. Planning depends on each case — we decide it with the patient before the procedure.

How much does wisdom tooth extraction cost in Barcelona?

The price varies with the complexity of the case: a semi-erupted tooth is not the same as one completely impacted horizontally. At Clínica Dental Sancho we prepare the quote after the initial assessment, with all the information about the case on the table.

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