Wisdom Tooth Extraction in NE Calgary

A simple extraction is performed on teeth that are visible above the gum line and can be removed without surgery. After numbing the area with local anesthesia, we use specialized instruments to gently loosen and remove the tooth. Simple extractions are quick, typically taking just 20 to 30 minutes, with straightforward recovery and minimal downtime.

Wisdom teeth, or third molars, often emerge in the late teens or early twenties and frequently cause problems due to lack of space. Impacted wisdom teeth can grow at angles, push against adjacent teeth, become partially erupted and trap bacteria, or develop cysts. We use panoramic X-rays to evaluate the position of your wisdom teeth and recommend removal when they pose a risk to your oral health.

Surgical extractions are necessary when a tooth is impacted, trapped beneath the gum or bone, or too fragile for a simple extraction. This is common with wisdom teeth and requires a small incision to access and remove the tooth safely, with sedation options available for your comfort.

• A tooth too damaged by decay or trauma to be saved
• Wisdom teeth causing pain, pressure, or swelling
• An impacted tooth visible on X-ray
• Crowding caused by a tooth with nowhere left to grow
• Infection or periodontal disease affecting a specific tooth

• Both simple and surgical extractions performed with precision and care
• Panoramic X-ray evaluation for accurate wisdom teeth assessment
• Sedation options for anxious or complex cases
• 20 plus years of experience with extractions in NE Calgary
• Same day emergency appointments available 7 days a week

Your dentist will examine the tooth or teeth in question and take X-rays to plan the safest approach. The area is numbed with local anesthesia, or sedation is arranged if needed, before the extraction is performed. If a non-wisdom tooth was extracted, we discuss replacement options such as dental implants, bridges, or dentures to restore your smile and prevent neighbouring teeth from shifting.

If a tooth needs a root canal instead of extraction, that option will be discussed as part of Root Canal Therapy. For anxious patients, Sedation Dentistry offers several comfort options for your procedure. If a non-wisdom tooth is extracted, Dental Implants are a common next step to restore the gap.

The cost of extraction depends on whether it is a simple or surgical procedure and how many teeth are involved. We follow the Alberta Dental Fee Guide, direct bill most insurance providers, and offer 0% financing. Contact us for a personalized quote after your exam.