Wisdom Tooth Removal in GK-1, South Delhi
Wisdom tooth removal is advised when a third molar is impacted, keeps getting infected or damages the tooth beside it. At Ark Dental Global, R-27, Greater Kailash 1, impacted teeth are planned on a 3D CBCT scan and removed under local anaesthesia, with sedation available for anxious patients.
When should a wisdom tooth come out?
Repeated pain or swelling
Pain at the back of the jaw that keeps returning.
Gum infection (pericoronitis)
Swollen, sore gum over a partly erupted tooth.
Decay in the tooth or its neighbour
Food trapped behind the wisdom tooth causes cavities.
Impacted at an angle
A tooth stuck sideways against the molar in front.
Difficulty opening the mouth
Stiffness or pain when chewing or yawning.
Cyst or bone changes
Found on an X-ray even without pain.
Not sure if yours needs to come out? Read wisdom tooth pain: does it always need removal?
What happens during removal.
Examination and imaging
An X-ray shows the tooth. For impacted lower teeth, a 3D CBCT scan shows how close the nerve is.
Anaesthesia
The area is numbed with local anaesthesia. Sedation is available if you are anxious.
Removal
The tooth is eased out, or for impacted teeth removed in sections to protect the bone and nerve.
Stitches and gauze
Stitches are placed if needed, and you bite on gauze to control bleeding.
Aftercare and review
You get written aftercare instructions and a review appointment.
After your wisdom tooth removal.
First 24 hours
Bite on gauze, rest, use cold packs and avoid rinsing, spitting, straws and smoking.
Days 2 to 5
Swelling peaks then settles. Rinse gently with warm salt water after meals.
Eating
Soft, lukewarm food on the other side for a few days.
Call us if
Pain gets worse after day 3, bleeding will not stop, or you have a fever.
Wisdom tooth removal cost.
| Treatment | Notes |
|---|---|
| Simple extraction (erupted tooth) | Usually quick, under local anaesthesia |
| Surgical removal (impacted tooth) | Depends on position and depth |
| 3D CBCT scan (if needed) | For teeth close to the nerve |
You get an exact written quote after examination. See all treatment prices →
Who looks after your wisdom tooth treatment.
Treatment is planned and carried out by the clinic's two directors.
Dr. Ameet S. Dixit
Director & Implantologist · BDS Gold Medalist, ex-resident AIIMS New Delhi · 17,000+ implants since 2007
Dr. Mittu Dixit
Director · cosmetic and restorative dentistry · Invisalign Provider
Wisdom tooth questions.
Does every wisdom tooth need to be removed?
No. A wisdom tooth that has come through fully, is healthy and can be cleaned can stay. Removal is advised when it is impacted, keeps getting infected, damages the tooth next to it or causes repeated pain.
Is wisdom tooth removal painful?
The area is numbed with local anaesthesia, so you feel pressure but not pain. Sedation is available for anxious patients. Soreness and swelling for 3 to 5 days afterwards is normal and managed with pain relief.
How long does wisdom tooth removal take?
A simple extraction can take 15 to 20 minutes. An impacted tooth that needs surgical removal usually takes 30 to 60 minutes.
How much does wisdom tooth removal cost?
The cost depends on whether the tooth is simple to remove or impacted and needs surgery. You get an exact quote after an examination and X-ray, before treatment.
How long is recovery?
Most people return to work in 1 to 3 days. Swelling peaks around day 2 or 3 and settles within a week. Stitches, if used, are usually removed or dissolve within 7 to 10 days.
Why do you sometimes need a 3D scan?
Lower wisdom teeth can sit close to the nerve that supplies feeling to the lip and chin. A CBCT scan shows the exact position so the removal can be planned safely.
Ark Dental Global
R-27, 1st Floor, Greater Kailash 1New Delhi 110048
Phone / WhatsApp: +91 99905 09300
Email: care@arkdental.in
Mon–Sat 10:00am–8:00pm · ISO 9001:2015 certified clinic
Content reviewed by Dr. Ameet S. Dixit · Last updated October 2026
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