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A member asked:
Could a general surgeon remove wisdom teeth?
10 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Technically, yes: A general surgeon can probably remove wisdom teeth, but a more important consideration for you is whether or not the general surgeon is better qualified to remove wisdom teeth than a dentist or oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
Answered 6/26/2015
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No: I have never heard of a general surgeon attempting ot remove wisdom teeth. No training or experience. Best bet see a board certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon.
Answered 6/30/2015
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Good Question: Not sure than there are many general surgery residency programs that offer removal of wisdom teeth as part of their training. I would think most general surgeons would refer their patients who need to have wisdom teeth removed to a dentist or oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
Answered 6/27/2015
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Never: A general surgeon would never attempt a wisdom tooth extraction. For best results, see the wisdom tooth expert - board certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon, for exam/recommendations.
Answered 6/28/2015
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