Most dentists perform wisdom teeth extractions, but not all dentists are certified oral surgeons. For many people, this doesn’t mean much. If your wisdom tooth extraction is going to be pretty routine–meaning, the doctor doesn’t have to do anything invasive or complex–then, a general dentist can handle this just fine. You might want to consider seeing an oral surgeon if your wisdom teeth are going to need more than just a routine extraction.

Our doctor is a board-certified oral surgeon serving Sugarland and the Houston Metro Area. Through his extensive experience performing oral surgeries, he has established himself as one of the best. Not only can he perform routine and complex wisdom tooth removals, but he is also certified to perform the procedure while you’re under anesthesia.

Not All Dentists Are Certified to Sedate Their Patients

According to the Texas Administrative Code, dentists have to meet certain qualifications to administer anesthesia, including:

• Completion of advanced education from a program that has been accredited by the American Dental Association (ADA) Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)
• Licensure as a dentist with a board-issued permit to administer deep sedation or general anesthesia

Basically, dentists who are legally licensed to offer sedation have undergone a great deal of training, education, and approval in order to do so safely.

Some Wisdom Tooth Extractions Require More Precision

Getting your wisdom teeth removed for many people involves elevating and pulling the tooth from the socket. All in all, it’s a fairly simple, painless procedure. People who fall into this category should be just fine with local anesthetic.

Some people have more extensive issues with their wisdom teeth. If they are impacted, growing parallel to the jaw underneath the gums, or are infected, an oral surgeon might have to do more than simply pull them out in order to remove them safely. Not only should they have the required skill set, but they should be able to offer sedation, so you are more comfortable during the procedure.

Our oral surgeon is both qualified to perform the extraction and to offer IV sedation.

People With Dental Anxiety May Benefit From Sedation

Perhaps you know that your wisdom tooth extraction is going to be an easy, routine procedure. However, you struggle with typical appointments and you’re experiencing a great deal of anxiety about oral surgery. If that’s the case, you are one of more than a million people in the United States with dental anxiety, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Sedation is a great way to combat your fears and make you more comfortable during treatment.

Our Oral Surgeon Can Perform Your Wisdom Tooth Removal 

If you have the option to choose a more qualified doctor for your oral surgery, why not choose comfort and peace of mind with our Sugar Land oral surgeon? We can perform your routine or more complex extraction, all while you relax under deep sedation or anesthesia. To learn more about Avalon Dental Group and the difference that expert care can make for your procedure, call 281-204-8496 today.