• Wisdom teeth may not need to be extracted if they grow in completely, are functional, painless, cavity-free, disease-free and in a hygienic environment with healthy gum tissue. 

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• When a tooth doesn't fully grow in, it's "impacted". An impacted wisdom tooth can damage neighboring teeth or become infected. Because it's in an area that’s hard to clean, it can also invite bacteria that lead to gum disease.

 

• In some cases, a cyst or tumor can form around the base of the impacted tooth, which can lead to more serious problems as it hollows out the jaw and damages surrounding nerves, teeth and other parts of your mouth and face.

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• The removal of wisdom teeth are one of the most common procedures for Dr. Simmons. Usually patients will come in for an initial consultation to discuss the procedure plan; then, the patient will come back for the surgery which usually will last anywhere between 45 minutes to an  hour and fifteen minutes.

 

• Dr. Simmons provides and administers the use of anesthesia in his office (in most cases).