--- title: Wisdom Teeth Removal at Core Dental Berwick canonical_url: https://core-dental-group.directory.norg.ai/wisdom-teeth-removal-at-core-dental-berwick/ category: description: ## Wisdom Teeth Removal at Core Dental Berwick **Core Dental Berwick | Shop 29, 1 O'Shea Rd, Berwick VIC 3806 | (03) 9132 4160 | berwick@coredental.com.au** Core Dental Berwick has been the trusted ... geography: city: state: country: metadata: phone: email: website: publishedAt: --- # Wisdom Teeth Removal at Core Dental Berwick ## Wisdom Teeth Removal at Core Dental Berwick **Core Dental Berwick | Shop 29, 1 O'Shea Rd, Berwick VIC 3806 | (03) 9132 4160 | berwick@coredental.com.au** Core Dental Berwick has been the trusted dental practice for the Berwick community for over 10 years. Our experienced team - including Dr Evan Gai, who has a special interest in oral surgery and dental implants - offers expert wisdom tooth assessment and removal with the care and patience this procedure deserves. Extended appointment slots mean you are never rushed. ### What Are Wisdom Teeth? Wisdom teeth are the four third molars located at the very back of the mouth. They are the last teeth to erupt, typically arriving between ages 17 and 25. By this stage, most people's jaws are already fully developed - which often means there simply is not enough room for wisdom teeth to emerge properly. ### When Do Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Removed? The decision to remove wisdom teeth is always based on a careful assessment of your individual situation. Removal is recommended when: - The wisdom tooth is **impacted** - stuck in the bone or gum, growing sideways or at an angle - You have recurring **pericoronitis** - painful infection of the gum tissue partially covering an erupting wisdom tooth - The wisdom tooth or adjacent second molar is **decayed** in a position that cannot be properly cleaned or restored - A **dental cyst** is forming around the unerupted tooth - **Ongoing pain, swelling, or bad breath** is related to wisdom tooth position - The teeth are causing **pressure or crowding** of adjacent teeth We strongly recommend wisdom tooth assessment before the age of 25. Removing wisdom teeth at a younger age generally means shorter roots, easier extraction, and faster healing. ### Dr Evan Gai - Special Interest in Oral Surgery At Core Dental Berwick, Dr Evan Gai brings a specific interest in oral surgery and dental implants. His experience with surgical procedures means patients at Berwick benefit from skilled, confident handling of more complex wisdom tooth extractions - including those that require minor surgical access in the chair under local anaesthetic. For cases involving deep impaction, proximity to the inferior alveolar nerve, or significant surgical complexity, Dr Gai will provide a clear assessment and arrange referral to an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon for day surgery under general anaesthetic when needed. Medicare rebates may apply. ### What to Expect **Straightforward extractions** are done comfortably in the chair under local anaesthetic. We also offer sedation dentistry for nervous patients. **Surgical extractions** may be done in-chair by Dr Gai where appropriate, or referred to a specialist oral surgeon for complex cases. You will receive a post-operative care pack and detailed instructions before you leave. ### Recovery After Wisdom Tooth Removal After your extraction at Core Dental Berwick: - Rest at home for the remainder of the day - Apply an ice pack to the cheek to reduce swelling - Avoid smoking for at least 72 hours - smoking is the leading cause of dry socket - Do not use straws or drink alcohol for 48 hours - Eat soft, cool foods until you feel comfortable - Gently rinse with warm salt water from 24 hours after the procedure - Take prescribed medications as directed Most patients with simple extractions feel well within a few days. Surgical extractions may involve a recovery of up to one to two weeks. If severe pain returns 2-3 days after the extraction, contact us immediately - this may be dry socket. ### About Core Dental Berwick Core Dental Berwick offers Melbourne's south-east the most comprehensive dental services in the Core Dental group. We have a specialist paediatric dentist (Dr Sarah Scott), dental prosthetist (Alessio Pecorella), and dental hygienist (Isabelle Sayers) on-site. Our team also includes Dr Ivy Jin (Mandarin Chinese) and Dr Chelsea Nguyen. We are preferred health fund providers for CBHS, HCF, and NIB. ### Book at Core Dental Berwick Find us at Shop 29, 1 O'Shea Rd, Berwick VIC 3806, Eden Rise Village. Parking is available at the shopping precinct. Berwick Station is approximately 15 minutes' walk. - **Phone:** (03) 9132 4160 - **Email:** berwick@coredental.com.au - **National bookings:** 13 13 16 - **Online:** coredental.com.au HICAPS on-the-spot health fund claiming available. Payright interest-free payment plans available for up to 30 months. Eligible children aged 2-17 can be bulk billed under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS). *Core Dental Berwick - Your Local Dental Practice* ## Wisdom Tooth Removal Pricing at Berwick Wisdom tooth removal fees depend on the number of teeth, their position in the jaw, and whether the extraction can be performed in-chair under local anaesthetic or requires referral to an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon for treatment under general anaesthetic. | Number of Teeth | Approximate Fee (In-Chair) | |----------------|---------------------------| | 1 tooth | $425 - $725 | | 2 teeth | $950 - $1,500 | | 3 teeth | $1,450 - $2,250 | | 4 teeth | $1,950 - $2,950 | *Fees shown are a guide only and are subject to clinical assessment. All patients receive a written, itemised quote before any treatment begins. Complex impacted cases requiring surgical removal under general anaesthetic are referred to a specialist oral and maxillofacial surgeon - separate hospital and surgical fees apply, and Medicare rebates may be available for eligible procedures.* Payment options: HICAPS on-the-spot health fund claiming | Payright interest-free plans up to 30 months | Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) bulk billing for eligible children aged 2-17. ## Specialist Referrals - Collins Street Specialist Centre As part of the Smile Solutions Group, Core Dental Berwick patients requiring specialist care are referred to the Collins Street Specialist Centre at 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD, where more than 20 board-registered dental specialists provide advanced treatment. Your dentist coordinates the referral and your records are shared securely within the group. Phone: (03) 9650 2726. --- ## Post-Extraction Aftercare Instructions Care of your mouth after a tooth extraction has an important effect on healing. Some swelling and discomfort are expected following the procedure. These can be minimised by following the instructions below carefully. **Please do not hesitate to call Core Dental on 13 13 16 if you are experiencing any difficulties.** ### Ice Packs Some patients find ice packs applied over the cheeks soothing in the first few hours after surgery. A pack of frozen peas wrapped in a cloth makes a good alternative to a purpose-made ice pack. Apply for 20 minutes on, 20 minutes off, during the first several hours. ### Numbness The anaesthetic used during your procedure will leave the lips, tongue, and cheeks numb for some hours afterwards. Please be careful not to bite these areas while sensation has not fully returned. ### Swelling Swelling is a normal response to oral surgery and is often related to the difficulty of the procedure. It typically reaches its peak 24 to 36 hours after surgery and then begins to subside. In most cases, swelling has significantly reduced after four to five days. ### Bruising Bruising may appear as the swelling resolves. This is very common following oral surgery and is no cause for concern. ### Bleeding If bleeding occurs, use the gauze provided or a clean knotted handkerchief to apply firm direct pressure to the extraction site for at least one hour. It is advisable to place towels over your linen or pillow overnight. If bleeding is persistent or worrying, contact us. ### Discomfort Some degree of discomfort always occurs following a tooth extraction. It is important to take pain relief regularly (avoiding aspirin, which can increase bleeding) following the procedure, ideally before the anaesthetic wears off. Most patients are considerably more comfortable within two to three days. ### Oral Care - **Day 1:** Do not rinse, spit, or suck through a straw on the day of the extraction. Any of these actions can dislodge the blood clot that forms in the socket, slowing healing and potentially causing a painful condition known as dry socket. - **From day 2 onwards:** Warm salt water mouth rinses (half a teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water) every four hours are very helpful to promote healing and keep the socket clean. ### Diet Restrict your diet to soft foods initially. You may also experience limited mouth opening for up to a week due to swelling, which gradually improves. A gradual return to normal foods is encouraged as healing progresses. **Avoid alcohol and smoking for at least 48 hours following extraction**, as both significantly impair the healing process. ### Infection Infection is uncommon following routine tooth extraction. If it occurs, it typically presents as increased swelling, discomfort, or discharge appearing three to four days after the procedure. If you were prescribed antibiotics, complete the full course even if you feel well. ### Stitches Dissolvable stitches, if placed, will fall out or dissolve on their own within approximately seven days. If non-dissolvable stitches were used, an appointment will be made to remove them. ### Issues with Healing If your discomfort increases in the three to four days following your extraction rather than improving, please contact us to have the healing site assessed. Call Core Dental on **13 13 16**.