Wisdom Teeth Removal in Lapeer, MI
Remove Third Molars to Prevent Complications
If you live in Lapeer, MI, and it's time to have your wisdom teeth examined, we encourage you to visit our office for a consultation. Without enough room in the mouth to grow properly, wisdom teeth can cause infection, damage to nearby teeth, cysts, and tumors.
Extracting wisdom teeth ensures that they don’t cause a problem for the rest of your mouth. Even fully grown wisdom teeth can start causing problems later in life, which is why our team at Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center recommends early removal in a majority of cases.
Consultation Appointment for Wisdom Teeth Removal
Most people have four wisdom teeth, but it’s possible to have more, less, or even no wisdom teeth at all. These inconsistencies make it important to get a consultation before undergoing wisdom teeth removal. When you come to our office, our oral surgeons will closely examine your condition and the position of your wisdom teeth before developing a personalized treatment plan for removal.
Easy, Online Video Consultations
Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center is pleased to offer after-hours online video consultations for patients seeking wisdom teeth removal.
An online video consultation is a virtual consultation that takes place in a HIPAA-compliant video conference setting. It is a safe and convenient way to meet your doctor and care team while you receive important information about your treatment plan, financial details, pre- and post-operative instructions, and more. As an added bonus, an online video consultation allows you to have a consultation at the time and place that is convenient for you. An online video consultation is very similar to an in-person consultation, so you will also have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
While we make every effort to ensure we exceed our patients’ expectations, eligibility of an online video consultation is at the discretion of the practice to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes. In general, patients seeking an online video consultation should
- Be between the ages of 14 and 30 years of age
- Be in good health
- Have recent panorex X-rays
- Have a reliable, high-speed internet connection
If you are interested in an online video consultation for wisdom teeth removal, please call our office and ask the front desk.
Anesthesia Options for Wisdom Teeth Removal
At Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center, our team recognizes the importance of feeling comfortable when you come in for wisdom teeth removal. We offer several different anesthetic options to help patients feel completely at ease when they come to our office for treatment. Our oral surgeons have undergone extensive training in anesthesia administration, and will make sure you are safe and comfortable at all times.
- Local anesthesia is a mild numbing agent used to prevent pain and discomfort at the surgical site. If you have ever had a filling, you may have experienced local anesthesia.
- Nitrous oxide, more commonly known as laughing gas, is used to calm patients’ nerves before surgery, and it is typically used in combination with local or IV anesthesia.
- IV sedation is a popular choice among wisdom teeth removal patients because it allows them to sleep through the procedure and wake up once it’s complete.
The anesthesia used during your treatment will depend on your medical history and your preference. Your oral surgeon will discuss all of your options with you at your consultation appointment.
The Removal of Wisdom Teeth
The procedure of removing wisdom teeth typically depends on the patient and their specific needs. If the wisdom teeth have fully erupted, it’s likely they will be removed just like regular teeth. Impacted wisdom teeth must be removed through a surgical incision into the gum tissue. A wisdom tooth may be broken into smaller segments before removal. The gums are sutured closed after removal, and patients will be sent home to recover after the anesthesia wears off.
Where can I get my wisdom teeth removed near Lapeer, MI?
If you’re interested in wisdom teeth removal in Lapeer, MI, we encourage you to contact the team at Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center. We are always happy to answer any questions you may have or schedule you an appointment with one of our expert oral surgeons. We are proud to offer wisdom teeth removal to the Lapeer, MI, community, and we look forward to meeting you.
From Lapeer, MI:
- Get on I-69 W in Lapeer Township – 4 min (2.1 mi)
- Continue on I-69 W to Mundy Township. Take exit 90 from US-23 S – 22 min (25.0 mi)
- Continue on W Hill Rd. Drive to Gateway Center – 1 min (0.3 mi)
Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center
5417 Gateway Center
Flint, MI 48507
These directions are for planning purposes only. You may find that construction projects, traffic, weather, or other events may cause conditions to differ from the map results, and you should plan your route accordingly. You must obey all signs or notices regarding your route.
Types of Anesthesia
We offer a variety of anesthetic options to make your experience as pleasant and comfortable as possible. The method of sedation used depends on your preference, the nature of the procedure, and your medical history.
Hear From Wisdom Tooth Patients
These patients can tell you about the firsthand experience undergoing wisdom tooth at our office.
Reviews From Our Wisdom Tooth Patients
Ryann
Wisdom Tooth
Patient
"I was referred to by my grandmother; she had previously had a surgery done by Dr. Frey, and she told me how gentle and kind he was. It was when I had gotten my braces on, and one of my tooth would not come up, and he exposed my tooth and put a bracket on so that it would come up properly. It was really good; he told me everything that he was going to do before he did it, so that made me comfortable. For my wisdom teeth, I had Dr. Lesneski, and he was so friendly. He was just so personable and made himself seem more like your friend, and that helped me out because I was so nervous and I was so scared, but he said, "It's going to be easy, I'm going to take care of you, and we're going to get through this." And I said, "Cool." After I got up, he came and saw my afterwards and said, "You did great. You came through like a champ." I plan on referring all my friends to Dr. Lesneski and Dr. Frey because they're so nice, and they really make sure that you're happy and you're healthy, and they want to make you happy."
Jake
Wisdom Tooth
Patient
"I came to see Dr. Lesneski because I needed my wisdom teeth taken out. I just remember going back there, and then I got put under, and I just don't remember a thing after that. I just thought it would hurt—like I could feel it—but you can't feel it at all. Wasn't really in pain; it just took a little bit of time for all the stuff to heal up, and I did. It was fine. It didn't take too long to heal. The staff—they're nice, they smile, they're good to talk to. Dr. Lesneski—I like him, he's a good guy. I can get along with him pretty good. Yeah, I know people in Goodrich, Fenton, and Flint, Michigan, that I would for sure recommend Dr. Lesneski to, to get their wisdom teeth out."
Cheyanne
Wisdom Tooth
Patient
"When I walked into the practice, the staff was really welcoming. They treated me like I was one of their family members. It was really nice. My doctor was great. He made me feel super comfortable. He was really laid back and answered all of the questions that I needed to ask. My procedure went really well. The healing afterwards was great, and they gave me all the instructions that I needed to follow. I feel great. Getting my wisdom teeth out helped my teeth stay straight, which was perfect. I would absolutely recommend Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center to any of my friends or family members because it was absolutely wonderful."
Mandi
Wisdom Tooth
Patient
"I brought my son, Daniel, to get his wisdom teeth extracted. Everything just went really good. Dr. Lesneski—he is great. He really knows what he's doing. He made us feel very comfortable, where we knew that everything was going to go great. The staff is amazing. They were just very comforting. Everything was just great. I would highly recommend Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons."
Mike
Wisdom Tooth
Patient
"As I first walked into the building, it felt warm and inviting. The receptionist greeted me with a smile and I was glad to have such a great staff to answer my questions. My doctor was great. He helped calm the mood and told some good jokes and I was able to relax and feel comfortable. My surgery went well. I had a quick recovery. I had an amazing experience here, and I would recommend Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center."
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