Wisdom Teeth Removal

Wisdom Teeth Extractions in Centreville, VA

Wisdom Teeth Extraction patient in Centreville Dental Wellness CenterOur team provides advanced diagnostics to determine the state of your wisdom teeth and advise you if extraction is necessary. While not everyone will need to have their wisdom teeth removed, for those that do, we ensure a safe and comfortable procedure with our oral healthcare professionals.

For many teenagers and young adults, wisdom teeth may be their first experience with tooth extraction, even after having a lifetime of good dental checkups and good teeth. That’s because wisdom teeth, which are called that because they usually appear during the late teens or around college age, are the last back teeth to come in, and despite nature’s generally good design planning, they often can’t fit.

Contrary to popular belief, everyone does not necessarily have to have their wisdom teeth removed. If they come in correctly and do not cause problems or negatively affect the other teeth, they can be left alone and remain with a person for their entire life. We have three sets of back teeth or molars. Being the last set to come in, wisdom teeth are often unable to fit properly due to crowding, and then they sometimes force their way in, often with bad results. They can push other teeth out of position, come it at an odd angle or even come in horizontally. Sometimes they fail to come in at all, which means they become impacted or trapped under the gums. Situations like this need to be solved, and the best way is to extract the wisdom teeth.

“I was worried about my wisdom teeth extractions, but after coming to Dr. Abel and his staff, my anxiety was eased. The procedure went smoothly and I was back to work the next day even. This is dental care at its best.”

Is Wisdom Tooth Extraction Complicated?

Wisdom Teeth removal x-ray at Centreville Dental Wellness Center near Manassas and Chantilly

Wisdom tooth extraction has an undeserved reputation for being complicated or painful. This is largely due to the fact that when a dentist extracts wisdom teeth, the procedure is more involved than a simple extraction; a term that is usually used for the extraction of front teeth. The difference is that the molars have more complex root systems. Sometimes wisdom teeth have to be removed in pieces, and when they are impacted, they must be removed from under the gums. That is why extraction of wisdom teeth and other molars is done under general anesthesia. But because of this, the procedure is painless.

The decision of whether or not to have your wisdom teeth removed can ultimately be made only by you, with guidance from your dentist. Sometimes it is recommended that normal wisdom teeth be removed in order to prevent the possibility of them needing to be removed later. One thing to consider is that younger people generally recover more quickly from dental extractions than older people. But that doesn’t mean that “just in case” removal of wisdom teeth is always the right choice. An exam and discussion of your wisdom teeth and overall dental health can help you decide with your dentist if wisdom teeth extraction is a good option for you.

Contact Us Today!

If you would like to learn more about wisdom teeth or other dental health issues, or if you would like to set up an appointment with one of our dentists, call Centreville Dental Wellness Center now. We provide wisdom teeth extractions to patients who come from all across Northern Virginia, including Manassas and Chantilly, VA.

Call 703-815-0775 Today

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What Our Patients Say

My experience with Dr Vakay and her team has been extraordinary. Very professional, very competent, and very caring. The culture exudes kindness and caring. Dr. Vakay's follow up with her patients is unusual in my experience . She called me in the evening to ask how I was doing. I have never had a doctor do that for me.

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A colleague recommended Dr. Abel and my first time there was the best dental experience I have had in 43 years. I had my 2nd appt earlier this week. Another great experience. Everything from reception, cleaning, to leaving was great. The hygienist was so gentle, yet did an extremely thorough job. Excellent dental practice!!

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I've been coming into this office for years and every time they've been so warm and accommodating. Dr. Vakay and the whole staff really puts in every effort to make sure her patients are taken care of with the most high quality work. She fixed my Maryland Bridge so now my teeth look amazing and my smile gives me so much more confidence! I could not recommend this office enough!

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I have been using this practice for many years. The staff continues to be professional and thorough. The front desk staff is well versed in insurance practices and billing. They help me understand my benefits better than my insurance provider. Holly is a very professional dental hygienist who addressed several teeth and gum health issues by giving very practical tips for me to implement for better personal dental hygiene. Dr. Abel's practice is well run! They use the latest imaging technology that support accurate diagnostics. You will not be dissatisfied.

Charles I.

Professional, personable and all around AWESOME! I've been a fan since day 1 and can't say enough about this team! From the front office to the back, these folks take the edge off of "going to the dentist". Dr. Vacay leads the way with her expertise, gentle hands, and personal touches (she texted me on the evening of what I thought was a pretty minor procedure that day just to see if I was comfortable-WOW! Her assistant Christina really knows her stuff and moves with precision and a gentle touch. From the moment I walk in to the warm greetings of Sogand, Tonia, and Jessica, to the moment I walk out, I hardly remember I was "just at the dentist". Thank you, Centreville Dental Wellness Center! You make going to the dentist a pleasurable experience!!

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I'm a current patient, doing a search of dentists that treat TMJ, and found Dr Vakay. Words cannot express her concern, a concrete pathway of treatment to make my mouth, my bite, all normal again. She is a wonderful find, has taken care of other issues on my teeth I'm so happy I found her! Thank you Dr Vakay for giving me my bite back!!! Also all staff from front desk to dental hygienist Could not be more satisfied!!

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