Oral Surgery
Impacted Wisdom Tooth Removal
in Rose Hill
Impacted Wisdom Tooth Removal for Rose Hill residents at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Oral Surgery
Impacted Wisdom Tooth Removal in Rose Hill
Rose Hill is a quiet residential neighborhood just south of Alexandria offering easy commuter access to DC and the Beltway, and when it comes to impacted wisdom tooth removal, the community trusts the team of periodontists at Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry in Alexandria. Impacted wisdom tooth removal is a surgical procedure to extract third molars that are trapped beneath the gum tissue or bone and are unable to fully erupt into the mouth.
Located just 7 minutes from Rose Hill, our Alexandria practice makes it convenient to access specialist-level impacted wisdom tooth removal care close to home. Impacted wisdom teeth can cause serious problems including cyst formation, damage to adjacent teeth, infection, and even jaw bone damage. Surgical removal prevents these complications.
Why Precision Periodontics
Board-certified periodontists serving Rose Hill.
What sets Precision Periodontics apart for Rose Hill residents is our team of six board-certified periodontists, each bringing unique expertise and a shared commitment to clinical excellence. Our periodontists use CBCT imaging to map the precise position of impacted teeth relative to nerves and sinuses, then perform careful surgical extraction with appropriate sedation options for patient comfort.
Take the first step: contact Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry to schedule your impacted wisdom tooth removal evaluation. Our Alexandria office, about 7 minutes from Rose Hill, offers a welcoming environment where your questions are answered thoroughly and your comfort is a priority. Call (703) 823-2422 today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Impacted Wisdom Tooth Removal FAQ for Rose Hill Patients
What makes wisdom tooth removal different when performed by a periodontist?
Periodontists have specialized training in the bone and soft tissue surrounding teeth. When removing impacted wisdom teeth, we focus on preserving the bone and attachment on the adjacent second molar — a critical factor that general dentists and oral surgeons may overlook, which affects the long-term health of your remaining teeth.
What are the risks of leaving impacted wisdom teeth untreated?
Impacted wisdom teeth can cause recurring infections (pericoronitis), damage to adjacent molars, cyst formation in the jawbone, crowding of other teeth, and periodontal pockets on the back of the second molar. Even asymptomatic impacted teeth may be causing silent bone damage.
How long is the recovery after impacted wisdom tooth removal?
Most patients return to normal activities within three to five days. Swelling peaks at 48 to 72 hours, then gradually subsides. Full socket healing takes six to eight weeks. Following post-operative instructions — including gentle salt-water rinses and avoiding straws or smoking — significantly reduces the risk of dry socket.
Should I have all four wisdom teeth removed at once?
Removing all four at once is often recommended to minimize the number of surgical procedures, anesthesia exposures, and recovery periods. However, your periodontist may recommend staged removal if one side has complications or if you prefer to recover from one side at a time.
Getting Here
Directions from Rose Hill to Our Alexandria, VA Office
Our Alexandria, VA office is approximately 8 minutes from Rose Hill, near landmarks such as Rose Hill Park, Telegraph Road, and Huntington Metro station.
Driving Directions: Take Telegraph Road north toward Eisenhower Avenue, then continue to Kenmore Avenue. Our Alexandria office is at 4660 Kenmore Avenue, Suite 300.
Alexandria, VA: 4660 Kenmore Avenue, Suite 300 & 312, Alexandria, VA 22304
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Contact us with any questions or to schedule a impacted wisdom tooth removal consultation at our Alexandria office. We look forward to welcoming you.