Serving Headon and the Surrounding Communities

Wisdom Tooth Removal in Northwest Burlington, ON

Get relief from sore, crowded, or trapped wisdom teeth with calm, in-house care at our Headon office. Book a consultation to find out what your wisdom teeth need.

Clear Answers About Your Wisdom Teeth

Knowing where your wisdom teeth stand helps you protect the teeth beside them and plan any removal at a time that works for you. Some wisdom teeth grow in healthy and can stay. When removal makes sense, your care happens right here at our Headon Road office, with comfort options matched to you.

A young patient smiling while a dental team member examines her teeth

Every Comfort Option Under One Roof

Headon offers the full range of comfort support for wisdom tooth removal. Laughing gas helps you feel calm and wears off quickly, so most patients drive themselves home. Moderate IV sedation keeps you deeply relaxed through the procedure, and a trusted adult drives you home and stays with you afterward. Topical numbing gel goes on before any freezing, and your dentist confirms the area is numb before beginning.

Surgical Teaching Experience

Your care comes from a team that keeps learning, and in one case, teaching. Our team includes Dr. Samson So, a General Dentist and Surgical Associate in Western University's Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Division. Dr. Manor and the team attend continuing education courses so your care reflects current techniques. If your X-rays show a case that calls for a specialist, your dentist will explain why and help you arrange the next step.

Honest Advice on Timing

Your dentist recommends removal only when your wisdom teeth are causing trouble or are likely to. Regular X-rays let us follow how wisdom teeth develop, especially through the teen years. Healthy, well-positioned wisdom teeth that you can keep clean may simply be monitored at your checkups. When removal is the right call, you'll hear why in plain language before anything is scheduled.

When Wisdom Teeth Run Out of Room

Wisdom teeth are the last molars to come in, usually in the late teens or early twenties. Many jaws have little space left for them, and a tooth that gets stuck or grows in at an angle can:

Trap food and bacteria under a flap of gum, which can lead to a painful gum infection called pericoronitis.
Press against the molar in front of it, creating a hard-to-clean spot where decay can start in both teeth.
Stay partly erupted, meaning only part of the tooth breaks through the gum, which leaves it open to repeated infection.
Form a cyst in rare cases, a fluid-filled sac that can affect the surrounding bone and nearby roots.

Addressing a problem wisdom tooth early often makes for a more straightforward procedure and recovery.

Signs to Get Them Checked

Some wisdom teeth cause no symptoms at all, which is why X-rays at your regular visits matter. Others make themselves known. Watch for:

Pain or pressure at the back of your jaw. This can mean a wisdom tooth is pushing against bone or another tooth.
Swollen, tender, or bleeding gums behind your last molar. These are common signs of infection under a gum flap.
A bad taste or bad breath that keeps returning. Food trapped around a partly erupted tooth is a frequent cause.
Jaw stiffness or trouble opening wide. Swelling around a wisdom tooth can make your jaw feel tight.
Food catching at the very back of your mouth. A tooth that only partly broke through is hard to clean and prone to cavities.

Insurance & financing

We've got you covered

We work with all providers and follow Ontario's fee guide at both locations, so there are never any surprise costs. Give us a call or book online and we'll happily sort out the details with you.

Headon

(289) 672-3372

LIV

(289) 379-7965

What to expect

Your Removal, Step by Step

Step one

Assessment and X-Rays

Your dentist examines your mouth and takes X-rays to see each wisdom tooth's position, its roots, and the nearby nerves. You'll learn which teeth, if any, should come out and why. Costs are discussed before anything is booked.

Step two

Choose Your Comfort Level

Together, you'll decide between local freezing alone, laughing gas, or moderate IV sedation. If you choose IV sedation, your team will give you pre-appointment instructions and ask you to arrange a trusted adult to drive you home.

Step three

Removal

Once you're relaxed, topical gel and local freezing numb the area. Your dentist gently removes the tooth, which sometimes means dividing it into smaller pieces so it comes out more easily. Stitches may be placed to help your gums heal.

Step four

Healing at Home

You'll leave with aftercare instructions covering pain relief, soft foods, and keeping the area clean. Some swelling and soreness in the first few days is normal. Call us with any questions while you heal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do all wisdom teeth need to come out?

No. Wisdom teeth that grow in fully, sit in a healthy position, and can be kept clean may stay for life. Your dentist watches them on your X-rays and recommends removal only when they cause problems or are likely to.

What is the best age to have wisdom teeth removed?

Many people have them assessed in their mid to late teens, when the roots are still developing. Your dentist will recommend timing based on your X-rays and how your teeth are growing in. Adults can have wisdom teeth removed too.

Will I feel pain during the extraction?

Your mouth is numbed with topical gel and then local freezing, so you should feel pressure without sharp pain. If anything feels uncomfortable, tell us and we stop. Laughing gas or moderate IV sedation can add another layer of calm.

How do laughing gas and IV sedation compare for wisdom tooth removal?

Laughing gas keeps you awake and relaxed, and it wears off quickly. Moderate IV sedation leaves you deeply relaxed, and many patients remember little of the procedure. Your dentist will help you choose based on your case and your comfort level.

Can I drive home after my appointment?

Most patients drive themselves home after laughing gas. After moderate IV sedation, a trusted adult must drive you home and stay with you while the medication wears off.

How long does recovery take?

Recovery varies with the number of teeth removed and how they were positioned. Swelling and soreness are usually most noticeable in the first few days, then ease steadily. Your dentist will give you a personal estimate at your consultation.

What can I eat after wisdom tooth removal?

Start with soft, cool foods like yogurt, smoothies eaten with a spoon, mashed potatoes, and soup that has cooled. Chew away from the extraction site and add firmer foods back as you feel ready. Your aftercare sheet will list what to avoid while you heal.

What is dry socket, and how do I prevent it?

Dry socket happens when the blood clot in the empty socket comes loose too early, leaving the bone exposed and sore. Avoiding straws, smoking, and forceful spitting while you heal helps keep the clot in place. If pain gets worse a few days after removal, call us.

Can all four wisdom teeth come out in one visit?

Often, yes, depending on your case. Removing them together can mean one recovery period, and IV sedation can make a longer appointment feel easier. Your dentist will recommend the approach that suits your mouth and your health.

Is wisdom tooth removal covered by insurance?

Many plans include some coverage for extractions, though it varies. We follow the Ontario Dental Association fee guide and submit claims for you. Your costs are reviewed with you before treatment begins.

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Whether you're looking for a new dental home, coming back after a while away, or just finally ready to book that appointment, we're here, and we'd love to welcome you. New patients are always welcome at both locations. Book online or give us a call, we'll take great care of you.

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