Wisdom Teeth Removal in Newport Beach
Removal planned from your own 3D imaging and performed by a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, with IV sedation in-office and PRP to support faster, more comfortable healing.
Why Wisdom Teeth Can Cause Many Dental Issues
A wisdom tooth — the third molar — is the last to erupt, usually between 15 and 25. When the jaw lacks space it becomes impacted, blocked by gum, bone or another tooth, which can cause pain, swelling, infection and deep gum pockets.
Crowding can occur when the wisdom tooth presses against neighboring teeth, causing damage to those permanent teeth. Additionally, because it is so difficult to clean around partially erupted or malpositioned teeth, inflammation leading to bone loss can occur, with possible infections.
Removal is planned from a panoramic X-ray or 3D CT that maps the nerve, then performed under IV sedation and local anesthetic. The tooth is eased out, sometimes in sections to protect the nerve, and the gum closed with sutures.
When Wisdom Teeth Need to Come Out
What You Can Expect When Removing Your Wisdom Teeth
What You Can Expect When Removing Your Wisdom Teeth
Benefits of Removing Wisdom Teeth
- Prevents future infections around the tooth and gum
- Protects the neighboring second molars from damage
- Reduces the risk of cysts forming in the jawbone
- Relieves crowding and pressure on the other teeth
- Avoids decay and bone loss that are hard to treat later
- Supports better long-term oral health
Who Should Be Evaluated
Signs It May Be Time for a Wisdom Teeth Evaluation
Pain or Pressure at the Back of the Jaw
A dull ache or tightness near the very back of the mouth, often on one side, is one of the first clues that a wisdom tooth is erupting or stuck.
Swollen or Bleeding Gums
Gum over a partly erupted tooth is hard to keep clean, so it often turns red, tender or quick to bleed as bacteria build up.
Stiffness in the Jaw
When the inflammation reaches the nearby muscles, opening wide can start to feel tight, sore or restricted.
Ear Pain or Headaches
Pressure from an impacted tooth can travel outward, showing up as earaches or headaches that do not seem dental at first.
A Lingering Bad Taste or Breath
Food and bacteria trapped in the pocket around a wisdom tooth can leave a bad taste or odor that brushing alone will not clear.
What Does It Cost?
Price will vary depending on the number of teeth, level of impaction, and sedation option chosen. We accept most insurances and will work with you to maximize your benefits. A detailed description will be provided after meeting with Dr. Salib who will personally review your X-rays and meet with you at your consultation.
Recovery
Swelling peaks at 48 to 72 hours; most patients are back to normal within a week, and the sockets close over three to four weeks. Soft food, no straws, and keep the site clean — smoking is the main risk for dry socket.
PRF (Platelet Rich Fibrin) Therapy — heal faster →
Why Choosing a Board Certified Oral Surgeon Matters
Choosing a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon for wisdom teeth removal means trusting your care to a specialist with advanced hospital-based training in surgery, anesthesia and the management of impacted or complex wisdom teeth. Dr. Nader Salib is a board-certified oral surgeon with extensive experience removing complicated wisdom teeth. Removing wisdom teeth, especially impacted ones or those near major nerves, requires surgical expertise.
Combining extensive surgical experience with 3D imaging, precise treatment planning and personalized anesthesia options, Dr. Salib is committed to making wisdom tooth extraction as safe, comfortable and efficient as possible.
Aftercare
Call Us If
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does wisdom teeth removal cost?
Will I be asleep?
How long is recovery?
Can I have all four removed at once?
How soon can I go back to work or school?
Do you see emergencies?
What Our Patients Say
“Dr. Salib is the best!! My daughter got her wisdom teeth pulled and we couldn’t have been happier with the experience. Everyone in the office was so friendly and made it way less scary for my daughter. Highly recommend!!!”
“I had the best experience with this office! I went in to remove all 4 of my wisdom teeth and was nervous prior to the procedure. Dr. Salib was so patient and walked me through the entire procedure. I didn’t feel a thing! It was the best experience! And the front staff was just as friendly and kind as he was. They answered all of my questions and made me feel at ease. One of the cleanest offices I’ve been to…. I even had a great view from my treatment room! Truly a wonderful and great experience. I’m so happy this is where I came to get my treatment completed. Highly recommend this office! Thank you so much Dr. Salib!”
“I HAD THE BEST EXPERIENCE HERE! I am 23 years old and was kind terrified at my age to get them out due to higher bleeding risk. Due to me being in my 20s on my own I researched several people and did a consult here. I was super impressed and decided to choose him. Yes he was pricier but to me worth every penny!! He is priced higher for a reason in my opinion. Cause his healing after surgery was so fast!! The pain was minimal. The procedure itself was so quick and well done. He sent me home with all the supplies I needed, answered any and all questions. Sent the person taking me home with any aftercare instructions. The PRP after the procedure is more of a cost and honestly I wasn’t gonna do it. But I decided okay let’s try it.. it was sooo worth it. My sister did hers without this and took her over a week to heal and was in so much pain going to another oral surgeon doctor. Whereas I went here to Dr salib and did the PRP and was okay to resume activities in less than 2 days and has minimal pain. Highly highly recommend this doctor!! Choose him to get your wisdom teeth out for sure :)) great experience”
Patient Guides
Become Our Next Success Story
2121 E Coast Hwy, Ste 160, Corona del Mar · Mon–Thu 8–5, Fri 8–2