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Impacted Wisdom Teeth

What Is An Impacted Tooth?

Although most people develop and grow 32 permanent adult teeth, many times their jaws are too small to accommodate the four wisdom teeth. When inadequate space prevents the teeth from erupting they are called impacted. This indicates their inability to erupt into the proper position for chewing and cleaning.

A diagram half mouth X-ray with teeth impaction and half digital graphic highlighting impacted teeth

Types Of Impactions

We will need to see you for a consultation to determine if you will benefit from wisdom tooth removal. A special x-ray of your mouth and jaws (panorex) will be taken to determine if your wisdom teeth are impacted, if there is room for them to erupt, and how difficult it will be to have them removed.

  • Soft Tissue Impaction: There is not enough room to allow the gum tissue to retract for adequate cleaning of the tooth.
  • Partial Bony Impaction: There is enough space to allow the wisdom tooth to partially erupt. However, the tooth cannot function properly in the chewing process, and creates cleaning problems, among others.
  • Complete Bony Impaction: There is NO space for the tooth to erupt. It remains embedded in the jaw bone or if even partially visible requires complex surgical techniques for removal.The impacted wisdom tooth may also be in an unusual position and difficult to remove. This situation can also arise when the shape or size of the jaw bone and other facial structures make removal of this tooth significantly more complex.
A representation of a wisdom tooth impacted by soft tissueSoft Tissue
An example of a wisdom tooth with a partial bony impactionPartial Bony
An illustration of a wisdom tooth completely impacted by boneComplete Bony

Central Virginia Oral and Facial Surgeons, PLC.

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We could not be more grateful for all of the team at cvofs. Dr. Tricker and his team have now taken care of both of our children and wisdom teeth removal and he and his team are amazing, professional, extremely kind and caring. I would give them 10 stars out of 5 if I could. Simply exceptional care. Cannot recommend them highly enough. So grateful.

- Gina D

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Very professional staff- all of them - and they pulled 2 teeth with little discomfort and quicker than I thought possible- without having to be knocked out- very happy

- Chris C

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My daughter had anxiety about getting her 4 wisdom teeth out. Dr. Solomon took time to talk to her prior to the procedure. He made her feel comfortable and she is healing well. The staff are caring and helpful. We are grateful to them and would not hesitate going back if needed.

- James W

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Dr. Conner was very nice and answered all my questions, and was able to put me to ease as much as my anxiety would allow! I would go back to him if needed further dental work.

- Dawn R

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CVOFS is a wonderful practice. With a clear plan and the friendly, knowledgeable staff members, we felt right at home. I wouldn't trust my family to anyone else for our surgical needs. Thank you for a great experience.

- Kelsey W

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Dr. Conner did a superb job in removing two of my wisdom teeth . . .no swelling . . .very little discomfort. I was amazed at how well I felt on Day 2 forward. Dr. Conner explained exactly what he was going to do and then executed in a superb manner. I would highly recommend other individuals use this practice (and Dr. Conner) for wisdom teeth extraction. The information sheets that they provided also were "spot on" for "post-surgery do's and don'ts . .and their recommended list of foods that one can eat. They also told me exactly what the procedure was to cost following my initial visit.

- Royce K

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This is the best place ever to go have something done to your teeth Dr. SOlomon is wonderful and his nurses also made me feel at ease

- Hope P

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I loved the staff. They were quick and gave me a great kit to take home after my wisdom teeth surgery. The office in general was very quick. I had a consultation and, within a week, my surgery. The office was also very quick to pick up the phone to answer an questions I had as well. I 100% recommend them and especially Dr. Eisenhardt.

- Katie H

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Everyone at this office was absolutely wonderful ,they were very professional and friendly and take out the time to explain things,thank you all so much Dr.Summers ,Debra,Rene, and the rest of the personal I came in contact with that I may have forgotten their name, I highly recommend CVOFS for any Dental issues. You guys are the greatest!

- Rachelle C

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The whole process from walking in the door for the first time until leaving after my procedure(wisdom teeth) was EXCEPTIONAL, Dr. Solomon is very professional and to the point, I knew exactly what was going to happen before and during my procedure and the whole staff treated me like they had known me for years. Dr. Solomon even took time for a follow-up call that afternoon to make sure everything was good. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

- Chuck K

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Everyone was very professional, helpful and friendly. Dr. Tricker was very informative, personable and caring. He even called that evening to make sure everything was going well with me after the procedure. I highly recommend them.

- John F

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the charlottesville team was incredible

- Stephanie W

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The Best of the best and simply put and I couldn't have a better experience or found a better facility for my procedure. From day one, Dr. Tricker and his staff took the time to explain every detail and didn't rush to get me out the door like other medical facilities I've experienced over the years. I've never had an 'actual' doctor call to follow-up with me after surgery but that is the level of care Dr. Tricker provides and it really shows his dedication (and his staff's dedication) to his patients. I would absolutely recommend the clinic/facility to anyone in need of the services they provide, and would definitely not hesitate to return there should I need any work done in the future. There are very few places operating on this level these days and it's more than refreshing to have them in beautiful Charlottesville!

- Darren G

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We were greeted on time in the parking lot by the nurse (due to COVID screening). They were very welcoming on both of our appointments. When we arrived for the wisdom tooth removal procedure my daughter was very anxious. Our nurse, Katie, was absolutely amazing! She put her at ease and had her laughing before they began the procedure. After the procedure was over and she was coming out of the anesthesia she specifically said she wanted to see Katie before we left. That speaks volumes about the impact Katie had on her. Thank you to Katie and Dr. Conner and everyone else at Central Virginia Oral & Facial Surgeons for making this a great experience!

- Lindsay M

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The staff was very friendly, and the office was very neat.

- Katelyn R

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Dr. Conner did a great job at my consult and on the day of my surgery. He made sure that any questions were answered and explained everything in great detail. All of the staff was friendly and helpful. I am beyond grateful and impressed with my experience!

- Caitlin R

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Everyone was friendly and helpful. We appreciated that they were able to work with our schedule.

- Larry E

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Lovely practice staffed by lovely individuals.

- Margret A

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Dr. Conner was great, enjoyed his bedside manner. His techs were also very friendly and helpful

- andy w

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After cracking a wisdom tooth I decided to go through with a root canal and crown at first. I thought about it and read testimonials on the internet. Most people seem to say if they could do it over again, they'd just have the tooth extracted. So I cancelled the "Endo" appointment and got a referral to CVOFS from my Dentist Dr. Leo Scholl. Overall, I was very pleased with my treatment by the front desk, Dr. Peter Eisenhardt, his staff especially Joyce. I hope y'all have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year !

- Roger N

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