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Wisdom Teeth Extractions

Wisdom Teeth Causing Trouble? We Can Help.

Wisdom Teeth Extractions

Wisdom teeth are the last adult teeth to appear, usually in your late teens or early twenties. While some people never have issues, many develop problems when these molars don’t have enough space to grow in properly.

At Airdrie Oral Surgery, we’re here to make wisdom teeth removal safe, comfortable, and stress-free.

Common Reasons for Removal

Most people need their wisdom teeth removed at some point. Here’s why:

  • Impacted teeth that don’t fully break through the gums
  • Partial eruptions that trap food and cause infections
  • Tooth decay or gum disease due to hard-to-reach areas
  • Crowding, especially after orthodontic treatment
  • Cyst formation or bone damage beneath the surface

We can’t predict when issues will happen—but the earlier you remove problem teeth, the easier the procedure and recovery usually are.

What to Expect During Your Consult

Every patient is different, so we’ll tailor your plan based on:

  • Your x-rays or 3D scan
  • Your oral health and medical history
  • The position of your wisdom teeth
  • Your comfort level and preferred anesthesia

We’ll review everything with you—including what to expect during recovery—so you feel confident moving forward.

Note: Patients under 18 must bring a parent or guardian to the consultation.

Want More Info?

For a deeper look at symptoms, risks, and healing timelines, check out the Calgary Oral Surgery Group’s Wisdom Teeth Page.

Book Your Visit

Think it’s time to take care of your wisdom teeth? Contact Airdrie Oral Surgery today to schedule your consultation. We’ll walk you through it, step by step.

Pre-Operative Instructions

All patients undergoing a general anesthetic or intravenous sedation, please read the following information carefully.

Before Surgery

  1. DO NOT eat any food after midnight on the night before your surgery.
  2. DO NOT drink any fluids, including water, after midnight the night before surgery.
  3. DO NOT smoke or consume alcohol for 24 hours before surgery.
  4. Patients taking birth control medications please be advised that its effectiveness may be reduced when taking antibiotics.

Failure to comply with these instructions can jeopardize your well-being prior to surgery and your surgery MAY BE CANCELLED.

Surgery Day Instructions

  1. Any medications provided by the clinic or taken on a routine basis that have been approved by Dr. Touchan can be taken with a SMALL SIP of water only prior to surgery.
  2. A responsible adult must accompany you to the office, be prepared to stay and take you home and remain with you until you have recovered from the effects of the anesthetic. You are considered legally impaired and CAN NOT drive for 24hrs after receiving anesthesia. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A RIDE ON SURGERY DAY, YOUR SURGERY MAY BE CANCELLED.
  3. Shower, brush your teeth and put on comfortable clean clothing (preferably dark colours) which should include a short sleeved shirt.
  4. DO NOT wear makeup, nail polish, contact lenses. Remove any tongue, nose or lip jewellery.
    Asthmatic patients please bring your inhalers.
  5. Diabetic patients please bring your insulin and glucometer if available. Please check your blood glucose prior to the procedure.

Please note that we do our best to stay on schedule. Due to the unpredictable nature of surgery, your appointment time is an approximation and you may be waiting 1-2 hours. If we are running late, it is because the patient ahead of you has been given additional time and attention to ensure a successful surgery. The same consideration will be given to you in a similar situation. Your patience and understanding is greatly appreciated.

Post-Operative Instructions

Wisdom Teeth Extraction Instructions

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