False Creek Pure Dental / Assessment & oral surgery
Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Pain at the back of your mouth does not automatically mean a wisdom tooth needs to come out. We will examine the area, review the tooth’s position, and explain whether removal or monitoring makes sense.
When removal may be recommended
Wisdom teeth are the last molars at the back of the mouth. They can be fully erupted, partly covered by gum, or trapped beneath gum or bone. A tooth that cannot come through normally is called impacted.
Removal may be discussed when there is decay, repeated infection, damage to a neighbouring tooth, or another identified problem. A healthy tooth that is not causing problems may instead be monitored.
- First step
- Examination and imaging if needed
- The decision
- Removal, monitoring, or referral
- Recovery
- Depends on the tooth and procedure
What is on your mind?
Comfort
Tell us how you feel about the procedure before booking. Discuss local anaesthetic, any other proposed options, and whether referral or an escort will be needed. Sedation should never be assumed.
Time & visits
That depends on the extraction, the work you do, and how you recover. Ask about a realistic range and allow flexibility rather than relying on a guaranteed return date.
Costs & coverage
Our fees follow the BC Dental Association’s Suggested Fee Guide. Your quote reflects the assessment, imaging, and removal recommended for your tooth. Insurance benefits depend on your dental plan. Call 604-877-1712 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Xu for an assessment and a personalized treatment quote.
Planning the procedure with you
The roots, surrounding bone, and nearby nerves or sinuses matter to the plan. If the extraction is complex, a specialist referral may be the most appropriate next step.
01 / Assess the area
We review your symptoms, health, medications, and relevant imaging. Ask us to show you what makes removal advisable.
02 / Discuss the choices
We explain the proposed approach, alternatives, important risks, and the expected recovery for your case.
03 / Remove the tooth
Local anaesthetic is used as appropriate. Some teeth can be removed directly; others require an incision or division into smaller pieces.
04 / Prepare for home
You receive aftercare instructions, a pain-management plan suited to you, and advice on when to contact the clinic.
Do not assume sedation is included or available for every procedure. Discuss the proposed anaesthesia, any referral, and whether you will need an escort before booking treatment.
Recovery and the risks to understand
Soreness, swelling, and jaw stiffness can follow an extraction. The amount and duration vary. Follow the specific instructions you receive about eating, cleaning, activity, and medicines; tell us if those instructions are unclear.
Read our wisdom tooth extraction aftercare instructions. Your own discharge instructions take priority if they differ.
Possible complications
Dry socket, infection, bleeding, and delayed healing are among the risks. Some lower wisdom teeth are near nerves; temporary or, less commonly, lasting altered sensation is a risk to discuss.
Before you decide
Ask why removal is recommended now, what monitoring would involve, and how the risks apply to the position of your tooth. You can ask about a second opinion.
When to get help
Call the clinic about bleeding that does not stop, fever, or pain or swelling that is worsening rather than settling. Trouble breathing or swallowing, or rapidly spreading facial swelling, requires emergency care; call 911.
Questions we often hear
Does every wisdom tooth need to come out?
No. Examination and imaging help assess disease, position, and risk. Some teeth can be monitored rather than removed.
Will I need all four removed?
Not automatically. The recommendation for each tooth depends on its condition and your overall treatment plan.
How much time should I take off?
That depends on the extraction, the work you do, and how you recover. Ask about a realistic range and allow flexibility rather than relying on a guaranteed return date.
Can a laser prevent pain or swelling afterwards?
No technique can promise that. Any proposed additional therapy should be explained alongside its purpose and limits; it does not replace standard surgical care or aftercare.
How do I get a quote for wisdom tooth removal?
Our fees follow the BC Dental Association’s Suggested Fee Guide. Your quote reflects the assessment, imaging, and removal recommended for your tooth. Insurance benefits depend on your dental plan. Call 604-877-1712 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Xu for an assessment and a personalized treatment quote.
