Imagine going to a dentist for tooth pain and the culprit turns out to be a ‘Wisdom tooth’. The thought of having to undergo wisdom tooth removal gives an immediate rush of fear.This fear roots from not only the pain after undergoing this procedure but also from the expense spent for this procedure. Why not have an in-depth discussion with Dr. Esha to have a better understanding about the procedure, postoperative pain and treatment cost of wisdom tooth removal in Mumbai.
Did you know that some wisdom tooth removals might almost be painless and that too at far lower cost. YES!! you heard it right. Not all wisdom tooth removals are painful and expensive. The cost of removal of a wisdom tooth on Mumbai depends on multiple factors. Based on these factors, the amount of treatment time,cost and postoperative pain can be estimated. For anyone specifically searching for experts in your area, here’s our dedicated page on wisdom tooth removal in Andheri West
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Wisdom Tooth Removal in Mumbai – Do I Need It?
Symptoms that would require wisdom tooth removal:-
Pain confined to the corner of the lower jaw or at times radiating to one full side of the affected area.- Swelling seen intra or extra- orally
- Pus discharge at the site of wisdom tooth
- Reduced mouth opening because of swelling
- Bad odour( because of pus discharge), Bad smell can also be related to enamel issues or stains; here’s a simple guide on yellow teeth causes and solution.
- Difficulty in chewing/swallowing food
Cost Of ignoring these symptoms:-
- Increased pain
- Cyst formation
- Spread of infection
- Damage to the adjacent tooth (because of food lodgement, spread of infection)
Types of Wisdom Tooth Removal in Mumbai
Simple | Surgical |
Completely erupted (tooth is completely visible in the mouth and almost upright) | Tooth is not erupted completely(may not be completely visible in the mouth, impacted within bone or adjacent tooth) |
Does not require bone /gum removal | Requires bone and gum removal |
Done under local anesthesia | Mostly done under local anesthesia but at times might require general anesthesia |
Single,straight roots | Multiple, curved roots |
Mandibular nerve does not interfere with the tooth | Mandibular nerve is very close to the tooth |
Simple procedure with minimal post operative pain and swelling | Complex procedure with moderate to severe postoperative pain and swelling |
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Wisdom Tooth Removal Cost Mumbai – Full Breakdown
| Category | Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Simple extraction | ₹1,500 – ₹5,000 |
| Surgical extraction | ₹5,000 – ₹20,000 |
| Diagnostics | ₹500 – ₹3,000 |
| Medications | ₹300 – ₹1,500 |
| Follow-up | ₹300 – ₹1,000 |
If you’re comparing dental treatment prices, here’s a helpful guide on root canal treatment cost as well.
Why Choose Plexus Dental Studio for Wisdom Tooth Removal in Mumbai?
With an experienced team lead by our dental expert Dr. Esha you don’t have to worry about the procedure. A thorough consultation starting from diagnostic scans, pre-surgery preparations, and post procedure care are explained in detail.Our transparent system helps you understand all the factors considered before charging you for the procedure. Use of modern technology helps us provide you a pain-free experience for your wisdom tooth removal. Our post surgery follow-ups help us monitor your healing thus making the entire process comfortable. We also provide complete tooth replacement solutions. Learn more in our quick guide on dental implants.
FAQs
Is wisdom tooth removal painful?
Modern medical equipment has made dentistry almost pain-free. At Plexus Dental Studio (Mumbai), wisdom tooth removals are handled with care and minimum pain. Proper guidance is given about how to tackle the post operative discomfort,pain and swelling. All this makes wisdom tooth removal less painful.
What is the average downtime?
The average time for healing of wisdom teeth is about 3-4 days (about a week). Here all the pain and swelling subsides and the patient can normally start his/her daily routine and diet. Complete wound closure takes about a month and it takes about 6 months for complete internal bone healing.
Does wisdom tooth removal require bed rest?
Most wisdom tooth removals don’t require any bed rest.Proper medications and diet is all you might need for complete healing. Having swelling after wisdom tooth removal is common.Therefore in case of important events like a meeting, public speaking, shoots (where you would be in limelight) etc you can plan your surgery accordingly. After about 3-4 days the swelling will subside and you can carry your daily activities
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