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Is wisdom teeth extraction really a low risk procedure? im extremely nurvous something will happen bad during my procedure tomorrow. im paranoid!

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Wisdom tooth ext: Low risk compared to what? More risk than a simple filling, less risk than major surgery. Having said that, thousands of removal of wisdom teeth across the country every day for the last hundred years with very few complications when performed by competent surgeons. Discuss your fears and concerns with your own dentist prior to the procedure.

Answered 9/20/2019

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Surgical risk: There is risk to all surgery. That said, wisdom tooth removal is temporarily uncomfortable but risks are extremely low when provided by a specialist Oral Surgeon. Oral Surgeons have over 8 years of training after college, that's over 20,000 hours. Please discuss your concerns with the Oral Surgeon before your procedure. Follow all post-op instructions to the letter, and you'll be OK.

Answered 9/22/2019

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