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Dora Street Dental
General Dentistry

Minor Oral Surgery (Wisdom Teeth).

Wisdom teeth and surgical extractions.

  • 30 to 90 minutes
  • As needed
  • All major health funds
Book this treatmentCall (02) 9570 4044
Dr James Bakker working with a dental assistant

For more complex extractions and wisdom teeth, we plan carefully, use the right anaesthetic for your comfort, and look after you the whole way through recovery.

Considered, careful treatment work
The Dora Street Dental team treating a patient
Dr James Bakker treating a patient by the window

What to expect

How a minor oral surgery (wisdom teeth)
appointment runs.

We keep things calm and unhurried. Here's the rhythm you can expect from start to finish, no surprises.

  1. Planning

    We start with x-rays so we can see exactly what we're dealing with. We talk through risks, recovery time and what to expect on the day before any treatment is booked.

  2. Day of surgery

    Full local anaesthetic numbing on the day. You arrive, the procedure runs, and you leave the same day.

  3. The procedure

    Depends on the case, surgical wisdom-tooth removal or other minor surgical work. We work carefully and efficiently. Most procedures take 30 to 90 minutes.

  4. Recovery

    You'll go home with painkillers, a saltwater rinse routine, and clear instructions on swelling, bleeding and food. Most people are back to work within 2 to 3 days; full healing takes 1 to 2 weeks.

What's included

Every appointment, in full.

  • Pre-surgery consultation and x-rays
  • Local anaesthetic for full comfort
  • Surgical removal of impacted or difficult teeth
  • Stitches and post-operative dressings
  • Comprehensive written aftercare
  • Post-op review visit

Common questions

Things people
often ask.

Can't see your question? Call us on (02) 9570 4044 and we'll happily talk it through.

How much swelling and bruising should I expect?

Some swelling for 2 to 3 days is normal, especially after wisdom teeth. Ice packs on the face and sleeping with your head slightly elevated help. Bruising can appear on day 2 to 3 and usually fades over a week.

When can I drive?

Same day, you'll only have had local anaesthetic so you're safe to drive yourself home.

Are stitches removed?

Most stitches we use dissolve on their own over 1 to 2 weeks. If we use non-dissolving stitches, we'll book you in for a quick removal visit.

How do I know it's healing properly?

Pain that's improving day by day, swelling that peaks at 48 to 72 hours then fades, no foul taste or worsening pain after day 4. If anything feels worse, not better, call us.

Do all wisdom teeth need to come out?

No. Some wisdom teeth come through normally and never cause problems. We assess each tooth individually rather than recommending blanket removal.

Hurstville & St George

Caring for minor oral surgery (wisdom teeth) patients across the local area.

We see patients from Hurstville, Penshurst, Allawah, Mortdale, Carlton, Beverly Hills and across the wider St George and Sutherland Shire region. The practice is a short walk from Hurstville Station with on-street parking nearby.

Dr James Bakker at work in the surgery

39 Dora Street, Hurstville

Modern dentistry, the gentle way.

Booking

Ready to book your minor oral surgery (wisdom teeth)?

Call us or book online, we'll find a time that suits.

Book onlineCall (02) 9570 4044

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