Pediatric Service
Our Oakland team guides your teenager through wisdom teeth care with confidence, from the first X-ray through a smooth recovery, right in the Grand Lake neighborhood. Request an appointment today.
Why Wisdom Teeth Removal Matters
Most families don't think much about wisdom teeth until it's time to do something about them, and that's completely normal. Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, are the last set of teeth to come in, usually showing up in the late teens or early twenties. Some people never have an issue with theirs, and others benefit from having them removed. Either way, we're here to help you and your teenager feel confident about what's next.
Our oral surgeon, Dr. Reed Rayher, takes care of wisdom teeth removal right here in our office, from the very first evaluation through the day of surgery. Your teenager gets to stay with the team they already know, from start to finish.
Whatever helps your teenager feel most at ease, we have an option for it, including laughing gas, oral conscious sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia. We'll talk it through together and land on what feels right for them.
Because oral surgery happens under the same roof as their regular dental care, our team already knows your teenager's history before they even walk in for a consultation. That familiarity makes the whole experience feel a lot less like something new.
Financial Information
We'll help you make sense of your insurance benefits so there are no surprises. Because every plan is different, we encourage families to check with their provider ahead of time. Your estimated patient portion is due at the time of service.
It's completely normal for wisdom teeth to need a little attention as they come in. Here's what we're keeping an eye on, in plain language.
Sometimes there just isn't quite enough room in the jaw, so a wisdom tooth stays tucked under the gums or bone instead of coming in fully.
An emerging wisdom tooth can gently push against nearby teeth, nudging their alignment over time.
A partially emerged wisdom tooth can be tricky to clean well, which makes cavities or gum irritation a little more likely.
On occasion, an impacted wisdom tooth can lead to a cyst forming nearby, and we like to catch that early.
Pressure from a wisdom tooth can sometimes cause soreness in the jaw, gums, or face, which is one of the clearest signs it's worth a look.
We'll take a friendly, thorough look at your teenager's wisdom teeth, often with the help of X-rays, and explain exactly what we see in terms that make sense to you both.
We'll talk through the options and land on whichever one feels like the best fit for your teenager and their procedure. Visit our Sedation Dentistry page to learn more about each one.
Your teenager is cared for by our own familiar team, in a space they already know well, following the plan we built together.
We'll send you home with simple, clear guidance on rest, comfort, and soft foods to help your teenager feel like themselves again as quickly as possible.
We'll check in to make sure healing is going well and answer any questions that pop up after surgery.
Why Alameda Pediatric Dentistry
One of the Bay Area's longest-serving pediatric dental practices, with families now bringing in their own kids.
The Bay Area's only office pairing on-site wisdom teeth extractions with orthodontics and a fully equipped sedation center, all under one roof.
Credentialed at UCSF Benioff and Kaiser Oakland. When your child needs hospital-based care, you won't be handed off to someone new.
No insurance? Our plan covers cleanings, exams, and routine X-rays, plus 20% off other procedures. No deductibles or waiting periods.
Plans start at $30/month
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First visit for your baby or orthodontics for your teenager, we're ready. Request an appointment at any of our four Bay Area locations.
