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Wisdom teeth

Wisdom teeth removal.

seesmile Dental Studio assesses and removes wisdom teeth, many cases handled in-house, so you stay with a team you already know.

Removal is not automatic

The real question is whether they need to come out.

For years, routine removal of all four wisdom teeth was the default. Thinking has moved on. Healthy wisdom teeth that have fully erupted, sit in a normal bite, and can be brushed and flossed like any other molar can often be kept and simply watched at checkups. The case for removal is strongest when a tooth is trapped, damaging its neighbour, or repeatedly inflamed. Our role is to give you an honest read on which group your wisdom teeth fall into, not to remove on autopilot.

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Why position matters

How a wisdom tooth sits changes everything.

Fully erupted

Through the gum, in line, and reachable with a brush. Often a keeper, monitored over time rather than removed.

Partially erupted

Half through the gum, with a flap that traps food and bacteria. A common source of recurring infection and a frequent reason to remove.

Soft-tissue impacted

Held back by gum rather than bone. Usually a more straightforward removal when one is needed.

Bony impacted

Locked under bone or angled into the next tooth. These benefit most from 3D planning and careful technique.

Comfort and anaesthetic

You have more options than you think.

Anxiety about the chair stops many people from dealing with a tooth that is bothering them. Most removals are done comfortably with local anaesthetic alone, but that is not the only choice. We talk through what each option feels like, how long the numbness lasts, and what to arrange for getting home, so you can pick the level of comfort that suits you rather than discovering it on the day.

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Cost and financing

What wisdom teeth removal costs

The cost depends on the tooth, its position, and how involved the removal is, so a consultation is needed to determine the right treatment for you and confirm the price. We offer 0% financing for up to 24 months on major treatment plans, subject to credit approval and terms, and we direct bill most major Canadian insurers.

  • 0% financing

    Up to 24 months on major treatment plans, subject to credit approval and terms.

  • Insurance, direct billed

    We direct bill most major Canadian insurers.

  • Priced at your consultation

    Your full quote is confirmed after an assessment.

A consultation is required to determine whether this treatment is right for you. Individual results vary.

Book your free consultation today

We will take the time to understand your goals, answer every question, and help you decide what’s right for you.

Common questions about wisdom teeth

Questions, answered.

No. Age is not the trigger, position and health are. Some people keep theirs for life; others need one out at nineteen and the rest watched. We base the call on imaging and symptoms, not a birthday.
Sometimes nothing for years. But a trapped tooth can decay, damage the molar in front, or flare into infection, and those problems tend to be harder to fix later. We will tell you honestly whether watchful waiting is reasonable in your case.
Not quite. Wisdom teeth sit further back and can be angled or buried, so they need more planning. That is why we image first and, for tricky positions, plan the approach before we begin.
Most people are comfortable within a few days. Booking before a quieter stretch, rather than the night before a big event, gives you room to rest, eat soft foods, and follow the aftercare without pressure.
Often no, many wisdom teeth are removed right here. If a case genuinely calls for a specialist, we explain why and arrange it, so the decision is never left on your shoulders.