Gum Problems Treatment (Periodontal Care)
Targeted management of bleeding gums, deep periodontal pockets, gum recession, and pyorrhea through deep root planing and periodontal therapy.
Oral Surgery & Periodontics
Third Molar Surgery & Disimpaction
Specialist surgical removal of impacted or painfully erupting wisdom teeth causing pericoronitis, jaw pain, or damage to adjacent molars.
Clinical Duration
40 – 60 Minutes
Comfort & Anesthesia
Profound Local Nerve Block Anesthesia
Recovery Profile
Sutures removed in 7 days; structured medication protocol minimizes swelling
Clinical Overview
Understanding Third Molar Surgery & Disimpaction
Third molars (wisdom teeth) are the last teeth to erupt—often between ages 17 and 25—when the jaw frequently lacks sufficient room. As a result, wisdom teeth may grow sideways, remain trapped in bone (impacted), or partially erupt under a flap of gum that repeatedly traps food and bacteria (pericoronitis).
Dr. Abhinav Kumar performs careful radiographic nerve-mapping and surgical disimpaction to remove problematic third molars safely while protecting the adjacent second molar and inferior alveolar nerve.
Clinical Indications & Symptoms
Our specialists typically recommend third molar surgery & disimpaction when patients present with the following clinical signs:
- Recurrent pain and gum swelling behind the last molar (pericoronitis)
- Difficulty opening the mouth fully (trismus) or pain radiating to the ear/jaw
- Horizontal or mesioangular impaction causing decay on the neighboring second molar
- Cyst formation around an unerupted third molar crown
Clinical Workflow
Step-by-Step Procedure Protocol
01
Radiographic Impaction & Nerve Assessment
Digital imaging evaluates root angulation, bone depth, and proximity to the mandibular canal.
02
Profound Nerve Block & Tooth Sectioning
Once the area is completely numb, the impacted tooth is often sectioned into smaller segments for gentle removal through a conservative opening.
03
Socket Irrigation & Primary Closure
The surgical site is irrigated with sterile saline and closed with sutures for smooth tissue healing.
Key Clinical Benefits
- Permanently resolves recurrent wisdom tooth gum infections and jaw pain
- Prevents hidden root decay on the vital second molar in front of it
- Careful tooth-sectioning technique reduces trauma and post-operative swelling
Post-Treatment Care Guidance
- Use an external ice pack intermittently (15 minutes on, 15 minutes off) on the first day.
- Stick to a soft, cool diet (yogurt, smoothies, dal, mashed foods) for 48–72 hours.
- Begin gentle warm salt-water rinses 24 hours after surgery after meals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will removing my wisdom tooth affect my eyesight or other teeth?
No—wisdom tooth extraction has zero connection to eyesight, and removing an impacted third molar actually protects your remaining teeth from crowding and decay.
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