Wisdom Tooth Surgery in Singapore

Wisdom Tooth Surgery by Qualified Singapore Dentists

Usually emerging during one’s late teens or early adulthood, these teeth can often pose problems due to their angle or positioning. Specialist Dental Group’s wisdom tooth removal team has been performing wisdom teeth extractions and other surgical procedures for many years. We always ensure that we work to provide patients with peace of mind during the surgery.

What are wisdom teeth?

Wisdom teeth begin forming around one’s tenth birthday and are the last set of molars to develop. They usually emerge between 17 to 25 years old and because this is the age that people are said to become wiser, hence the moniker “wisdom teeth.”

When Would I Need to Consider Wisdom Tooth Surgery?

Not everyone has wisdom teeth. For those who do, there are generally a total of four wisdom teeth, two on the upper jaw and two on the lower jaw. It can be either impacted or non-impacted.

In the event of an impacted wisdom tooth – tooth partially or entirely buried beneath the gum line and is therefore unable to erupt properly – surgical intervention may be required. The tooth may be growing in at a wrong angle, pushing against another fully-developed tooth. It is not only painful at times (due to the surrounding gums being infected) but is also a trap for food and a breeding ground for bacteria. This results in the wisdom tooth being susceptible to tooth decay and may even affect the healthy tooth next to it. Therefore, wisdom teeth removal is of utmost importance.

Wisdom teeth that are fully erupted (non-impacted) or completely buried in the bone, can be left alone if no pain or swelling is experienced. Nonetheless, as there is a small risk of infection and cystic development, it is advisable to monitor these wisdom teeth regularly.

Can I use Medisave for my Wisdom Tooth Surgery?

If you are a Singaporean/PR, you may use Medisave for your wisdom tooth surgery. The exact amount would depend on the complexity of the procedure and is based on a per surgery basis, subject to Medisave withdrawal limits. More information on using Medisave for your dental surgery in Singapore can be found here.

Wisdom Tooth Surgery by A Skilled Team

The team of dental specialists/dentists at Specialist Dental Group is ready to assist local and international patients by providing a diverse range of dental services. For almost 40 years, our practice has been performing a variety of surgical procedures including wisdom tooth extractions, jaw surgery and dental implants, improving the lives of many patients in Singapore by providing effective treatment for dental discomfort or inconvenience.

Get in touch today about our wisdom teeth extraction surgeries in Singapore and send us a message via our enquiry form with any questions you may have. You can also call us at (65) 6734 9393 (Mount Elizabeth Orchard) or (65) 6471 5150 (Gleneagles Medical Centre).