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Wisdom Tooth Dental
Holland Village Chipbee Gardens 43, #01, Jln Merah Saga, 64A, Singapore 278115
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Afraid of surgery? Learn exactly what happens, how Medisave covers it, and why you'll likely be back to normal within a week.
Wisdom Tooth Extraction Cost & Medisave Coverage
$250 – $1,500
Simple extractions (erupted tooth) cost $250–$400. Surgical extractions (impacted bone-embedded teeth) range $800–$1,500 per tooth.
Many patients extract multiple wisdom teeth in one session. Clinics often bundle four-tooth removal into a single surgical appointment.
Established oral surgeons and premium clinics charge 20–30% more, but often include advanced imaging, sedation, and guaranteed recovery protocols.
Panoramic X-rays ($50–$150) and post-op reviews are sometimes bundled; others charged separately. Some clinics include them in the quoted fee.
| Option | Cost |
|---|---|
| Simple Extraction (Erupted Tooth) | $250–$400 |
| Surgical Extraction (Partially Impacted) | $600–$900 |
| Surgical Extraction (Fully Impacted, All 4 Teeth) | $2,400–$4,500 bundle |
Prices are indicative. Contact clinics directly for current quotes.
What Happens During Wisdom Tooth Extraction — Step by Step
- 1
Pre-operative Assessment & Imaging
15–20 minutesDentist reviews your panoramic X-ray or CBCT scan to map tooth position, bone depth, and nerve proximity. You'll discuss your medical history, medications, allergies, and anxiety level. If nervous, sedation options (laughing gas, conscious sedation) are offered at this visit.
- 2
Local Anaesthesia & Comfort Setup
10–15 minutesNumbing gel is applied, then local anaesthetic injected around the tooth and jaw. Within 10–15 minutes, the entire area is numb. You'll feel pressure and hear sounds (drill, suction) but zero pain. Most patients report feeling relaxed and oddly comfortable.
- 3
Tooth Removal (Simple or Surgical)
5–30 minutes depending on complexityFor simple extractions: tooth is loosened with an elevator and removed with forceps (3–5 minutes). For surgical extractions: a small incision is made, bone around the tooth is carefully drilled away, tooth is sectioned if impacted deeply, then removed piece by piece. No pain — only vibration and pressure sensations.
- 4
Socket Cleaning & Suturing
5–10 minutesThe socket is flushed with saline to remove debris, reducing infection and dry socket risk. If the gum was cut (surgical extraction), stitches are placed. Absorbable stitches dissolve in 7–10 days; non-absorbable ones are removed at a follow-up visit.
- 5
Recovery Instructions & Follow-up
5 minutesYou're given written post-op care instructions: bite on gauze for 1 hour, ice for 24 hours, soft diet for 1 week, avoid straws (can dislodge clot and cause dry socket), and avoid smoking/rinsing vigorously. A follow-up appointment is booked for 7–10 days to check healing and remove stitches if needed.
Are You a Candidate for Wisdom Tooth Extraction? Honest Assessment
Good candidates
- You have acute pain, swelling, or infection (pericoronitis) from an erupting or impacted wisdom tooth, and your dentist has confirmed it with X-ray imaging
- You're 18–30 years old with a partly erupted or impacted wisdom tooth recommended for removal before it damages neighbouring teeth or causes cysts
- You have a fully erupted wisdom tooth that's decayed, fractured, or impossible to clean; simple extraction is your best option
- You're in good general health (no uncontrolled diabetes, blood clotting disorders, or immunosuppression) and not currently pregnant
May need extra assessment
- You have a blood clotting disorder or take anticoagulants (warfarin, apixaban, dabigatran) — your surgeon needs to plan stopping or bridging medication; not a barrier, but requires specialist coordination
- You have dense bone or a wisdom tooth root very close to the inferior alveolar nerve — your surgeon may recommend a specialist oral surgeon and possibly cone beam CT imaging (adds $150–$300)
- You're anxious, needle-phobic, or have had bad dental experiences — discuss sedation options (nitrous oxide or IV sedation) at your consultation; these add $200–$400 but dramatically reduce trauma
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