Wisdom Tooth Removal

When a wisdom tooth is impacted, decayed or causing repeated problems, removing it can relieve pain and protect the neighbouring teeth. Extractions are carried out under local anaesthetic across our five Hong Kong clinics.

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When does a wisdom tooth need removing?

Wisdom teeth are the last molars to come through, usually in the late teens or early twenties. There is often not enough room for them, so they can become impacted (stuck), come through at an angle, or be hard to clean. Common reasons to remove a wisdom tooth include repeated pain or swelling, infection around the tooth, decay that cannot be restored, or damage to the tooth in front. Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out — a dentist will advise after an examination and X-ray.

What the procedure involves

1. Assessment. An X-ray shows the position of the tooth and its roots and their relation to nearby nerves.
2. Anaesthetic. The area is fully numbed with local anaesthetic; sedation is available for anxious patients.
3. Removal. A simple tooth is lifted out; an impacted tooth may need a small procedure to remove it in sections.
4. Aftercare. You bite on gauze to control bleeding, and you are given clear recovery instructions.

Recovery

• Some swelling and discomfort for a few days is normal; a cold compress on the outside of the cheek helps.
• Eat soft, lukewarm food at first and keep the area clean with gentle salt-water rinses (from the day after).
• Avoid vigorous rinsing, smoking and using a straw early on, which can disturb healing.
• Contact the clinic if pain worsens after a few days, which can signal a dry socket that is easily treated.

How much does wisdom tooth removal cost in Hong Kong?

The fee depends mainly on how the tooth is positioned — a simple extraction costs less than a surgical removal of an impacted tooth. As a reference, the Prince Philip Dental Hospital’s private-patient fee schedule lists:

Fees above are reference fees from the Prince Philip Dental Hospital private-patient fee schedule, for reference only and not our clinics’ actual fees; your exact fee is confirmed after an examination. Please consult a dentist for advice on your situation.

Booking at your nearest clinic

Assessment and removal of wisdom teeth are available across our five Hong Kong clinics. Our dentists speak English, Cantonese, Mandarin and other languages. Choose the location most convenient for you:

• Central — Smith & Jain, and Diestel & PartnersClinic websites: Smith & Jain tooth extraction · Diestel & Partners tooth extraction
• Tung Chung — Bayside DentalClinic website: Bayside Dental Tung Chung tooth extraction
• Discovery Bay — Bayside Dental (North Plaza & Main Plaza)Clinic website: Bayside Dental Discovery Bay tooth extraction

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