Oral Surgeon
Serving Tonawanda, NY

Tonawanda is a city and a town located just 15 minutes from Williamsville, NY. Tonawanda means "swift waters" and the name was given to the area by the original inhabitants. This is a desirable location for residents with a variety of restaurants, especially some on the waterfront. With a variety of parks in the area, residents can take part in various recreational activities, spend time on the water in their boats and kayaks, or hike on nearby trails. Each year, Tonawanda hosts Canal Fest, drawing in people from all over.

Wisdom teeth often emerge during the late teens or early twenties. For many patients, they can lead to significant oral health problems that require professional care. If you notice the following issues, it might be time to extract your wisdom teeth. Give our office a call to schedule an evaluation. 

• Persistent Pain or Pressure: Ongoing discomfort at the back of the mouth can be a sign that your wisdom teeth do not have enough room to erupt properly and are pressing against the surrounding teeth or bone. We have the specialized equipment to take a closer look and identify the issue. 
• Swelling or Redness of the Gums: Inflamed, tender, or swollen gum tissue near the wisdom teeth may be a sign of irritation or infection. This issue can worsen without wisdom tooth extraction. 
• Recurrent Infections: Partially erupted wisdom teeth can trap bacteria and food debris. This causes repeated infections, bad breath, or an unpleasant taste. 
• Crowding or Shifting Teeth: When wisdom teeth push against existing teeth, they can cause crowding or alignment issues, even after orthodontic treatment. Opting to remove the wisdom teeth can help preserve your alignment and save you money on additional procedures down the line. 
• Difficulty Opening the Mouth or Chewing: Impacted or misaligned wisdom teeth can interfere with normal jaw movement and make eating uncomfortable. 
• Cysts or Damage to Nearby Teeth: In some cases, impacted wisdom teeth can cause cysts to form or damage the roots of neighboring teeth, making timely wisdom tooth extraction essential. 

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, a consultation with Amherst Oral Surgery in the Tonawanda, NY area can help determine whether wisdom tooth extraction is the right solution.

To fully get the most out of life, being relieved of tooth pain is important. At Amherst Oral Surgery, we offer oral surgery options to help patients throughout the Tonawanda area. If you think you are in need of wisdom tooth removal, our team will evaluate the development and position of your wisdom teeth. We will assess the condition and create a treatment plan to make you more comfortable.  Our oral surgeon team is dedicated to providing exceptional dental care when it comes to wisdom teeth extraction. For more information, please contact us today.