Is a wisdom extraction safe?

Answer by  sharon63 (520)

Yes, in general a wisdom tooth can be extracted safely with just a local anesthetic. If the teeth are impacted into the jaw bone, a general anesthesia may be required.

Answer by  bajestar (605)

Having you wisdom teeth extracted is pretty safe and you are given medication for pain and infection the day of the surgery.

Answer by  babar (16)

yes extraction of wisdom teeth is safe. It often refereed to as third molars. Most people return home on the day of surgery

Answer by  scott71 (51)

Yes having a wisdom tooth is very safe. Due to the modernization in dentistry that have made this a common procedure to have done. Most people who have this done are well taken care of after the procedure is done and have go back just to check the healing process.