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The arrival of your third molars—commonly known as wisdom teeth—often brings more problems than benefits. Because most human jaws simply do not have enough room to accommodate these final four teeth, they frequently become trapped beneath the gums, push against neighboring teeth, or emerge at painful angles.
At Federal Way Dental Excellence, we specialize in the safe, comfortable removal of both erupted and impacted wisdom teeth. Performed by our Board-Certified Prosthodontist in Federal Way, Dr. Michael Yeh, we utilize advanced 3D digital imaging to map your nerve pathways and offer relaxing IV sedation, ensuring your wisdom teeth extractions are smooth, stress-free, and completely painless.
Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?
While some lucky individuals have enough room for their wisdom teeth to grow in perfectly, they are the exception rather than the rule. Your dentist in Federal Way closely monitors the development of your third molars during routine exams. We strongly recommend proactive wisdom teeth removal to prevent or treat the following complications.
Painful impaction
When a wisdom tooth cannot break through the jawbone or gum tissue, it becomes impacted. This can cause severe, throbbing pain in the back of the jaw and chronic headaches.
Orthodontic crowding / overcrowding teeth
As wisdom teeth try to force their way in, they exert immense pressure on your adjacent molars. This can cause your previously straight teeth to shift, overlap, and undo years of expensive orthodontic work.
Pericoronitis (gum infections)
Partially erupted wisdom teeth create deep, hard-to-clean pockets in the gums. Bacteria and food debris easily become trapped here, leading to pericoronitis—a painful, swollen, and potentially dangerous localized infection.
Cysts and bone damage
An impacted wisdom tooth can form a fluid-filled sac (cyst) around it within the jawbone. If left untreated, this cyst can expand, hollowing out the jaw and damaging the roots of healthy neighboring teeth.
Tooth decay
Because wisdom teeth are located so far back in the mouth, they are notoriously difficult to brush and floss effectively, making them highly susceptible to deep cavities.
Starting at
$450 / tooth*
* The price varies depending on your condition. Bone graft may be required. Some restrictions may apply. See office for complete pricing information.
The comfort of IV sedation dentistry
We completely understand that the thought of having your wisdom teeth removed can cause significant dental anxiety. At Federal Way Dental Excellence, your physical and emotional comfort is our highest priority.
We are proud to offer IV sedation dentistry for wisdom teeth extractions. Administered and monitored safely in our office, IV sedation allows you to drift into a deep, peaceful sleep during your surgery. You will feel no pain, hear no sounds, and wake up feeling rested with little to no memory of the procedure itself!
Free consultations & flexible 0% interest financing
Whether you are in acute pain from an infected wisdom tooth or proactively planning extractions for your teenager, we believe high-quality surgical care should be accessible. We invite you to schedule a completely free, no-obligation wisdom tooth consultation with Dr. Michael Yeh. We will take low-radiation 3D scans to evaluate the exact position of the teeth and create a safe surgical plan.
To keep your care budget-friendly, we offer flexible 0% interest special financing options. Our accommodating front-office team will help you quickly apply, allowing you to split your oral surgery costs into easy, affordable monthly payments with absolutely no surprise interest charges!
Dave S. said
"I went back for a dental checkup this year and was once again totally impressed! The staff was just as polite and sweet as ever. Doctor himself cleaned my teeth. He is so gentle and there was no bleeding afterwards."
Emergency Dental Care in Federal Way
Severe wisdom tooth pain & infections
A wisdom tooth that suddenly flares up can cause excruciating pain, jaw stiffness, and severe facial swelling. If an infection is present, delaying care is dangerous, as the bacteria can quickly spread to your throat or bloodstream. If you are experiencing a wisdom tooth emergency, follow these steps to manage the pain until you reach our office.
Gently swish warm salt water around the back of your mouth to soothe inflamed gums and wash away trapped food particles causing the infection.
Apply an ice pack wrapped in a towel to the outside of your jaw for 15 minutes at a time to numb the pain and reduce acute swelling.
Over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen can help temporarily reduce muscle stiffness and throbbing.
We evaluate acute impactions, prescribe antibiotics to clear infections, and perform emergency extractions to get you out of pain fast.
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