Gentle, precise, and high-tech oral surgery at Texas Dental Center.
No — but most do. Wisdom teeth (third molars) often lack room to erupt properly, leading to impaction, crowding of nearby teeth, cysts, or recurrent infections. A 3D CBCT scan at your consultation lets us see the exact position of each tooth and the path of the inferior alveolar nerve, so we can recommend extraction only when clinically necessary.
At Texas Dental Center, simple wisdom tooth extractions typically range from $200 to $400 per tooth, while surgical extractions of impacted wisdom teeth range from $400 to $700 per tooth. Sedation is quoted separately. We accept most PPO insurance plans (which often cover a significant portion) and offer CareCredit financing.
The procedure itself is painless — performed under local anesthesia with optional IV or oral sedation. Most patients experience moderate soreness and swelling for 2–4 days afterward, well controlled with prescribed or over-the-counter pain relievers. Our 3D CBCT-guided approach minimizes tissue trauma and significantly shortens recovery time.
Most patients return to normal activities within 3–5 days. Swelling peaks at 48–72 hours and then steadily improves. Full healing of the extraction sites takes 2–4 weeks. We provide a personalized aftercare kit and detailed instructions to help you recover smoothly and avoid complications like dry socket.
We offer multiple sedation options including local anesthesia, nitrous oxide (laughing gas), oral sedation, and IV sedation, depending on the complexity of your case and your anxiety level. During your consultation we'll discuss the safest, most comfortable option for you.
3D CBCT scans give us a high-definition, rotatable model of your jawbone, teeth, and nerves — far more detailed than a traditional 2D X-ray. This is critical for wisdom teeth removal because it lets us identify the exact path of the inferior alveolar nerve, virtually eliminating the risk of nerve injury and reducing post-operative swelling and recovery time.
Texas Dental Center, 9801 Bissonnet St Ste K, Houston, TX 77036. (832) 831-9101. Book online