What to Expect During an Impacted Tooth Operation

I remember the first time a dentist told me I needed an impacted tooth operation; I was sitting in that big reclining chair, staring at a grainy X-ray of my jaw that looked more like a puzzle missing its last few pieces. One of my wisdom teeth was basically lying on its side, pushing against its neighbor like an annoyed commuter on a packed subway train. If you're in a similar boat, you're probably feeling a mix of nerves and curiosity about what's actually going to happen once you're in the hot seat. ...

May 15, 2026 · 6 min · Jesus Fatima