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What type of dentist is best suited for wisdom tooth extraction? i have one upper right, horizontally impacted (i don't want to be put to sleep).
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Oral Surgeon: Please see an oral surgeon in your area to have the tooth evaluated and discuss treatment options.
Answered 10/24/2017
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Oral Surgeon: Oral surgeons take out wisdom teeth routinely, but any dentist who has had training with wisdom teeth should be fine.
Answered 12/9/2015
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Wisdom teeth: An oral surgeon or an experienced dentist can help. The method of anesthesia that is chosen depends upon various factors. Some patients elect to have the wisdom tooth removed by local anesthetic, but nitrous oxide sedation and intravenous anesthesia are commonly administered. Your dentist will provide you with instructions for before and after the procedure.
Answered 5/23/2015
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