Third-molar care · Union, NJ
Wisdom Teeth Removal in Union, NJ
Wisdom teeth removal extracts third molars when they are impacted, crowded, infected, or causing pain. Evaluation in the late teens or early twenties can identify risks to neighboring teeth before complications develop.
The essentials
What is wisdom teeth removal?
Wisdom teeth removal is the extraction of one or more third molars at the back of the mouth when their position or condition creates current or future problems.
A wisdom tooth may fully erupt, remain partly covered by gum, or stay trapped in bone. Its position can contribute to pain, infection, decay, gum problems, cysts, or damage to the neighboring second molar.
Michael Hogan, DDS, and the Union Family Dental team in Union, NJ use clinical examination and panoramic imaging to assess eruption, roots, available space, and nearby anatomy.
Your removal plan
How does the process work at Union Family Dental?
The procedure and recovery depend on whether the teeth are erupted, partly erupted, or impacted.
Exam
A panoramic X-ray helps evaluate tooth angle, roots, bone, and nearby structures.
Consultation visitPlan
Review which teeth need removal, comfort options, preparation, risks, and recovery instructions.
Before treatmentRemove
The area is numbed and each tooth is removed using the technique suited to its position.
Usually a same-day procedureHeal
Follow guidance for swelling, food, hygiene, activity, medication, and warning signs.
About 1 to 2 weeks initially
Is removal appropriate?
Am I a good candidate?
Removal may be recommended when wisdom teeth are causing disease or are unlikely to erupt into a healthy, maintainable position.
- You have pain, swelling, infection, or difficulty cleaning the area
- Imaging shows impaction or risk to a neighboring tooth
- A wisdom tooth has decay, gum disease, or a cyst
- Your health history and medications have been reviewed for surgery
Not every wisdom tooth needs removal. A consultation determines whether monitoring or treatment is appropriate.
Planning your care
How much does wisdom teeth removal cost in Union, NJ?
Cost depends on the number of teeth, whether each is erupted or impacted, root and bone complexity, imaging, and comfort options.
Insurance often provides benefits when removal is medically necessary. Coverage and patient cost vary, and the team provides an estimate after examination.
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Helpful answers
Frequently asked questions
Removal may be advised when there is pain, infection, disease, impaction, or predictable damage to adjacent structures.
Anesthesia is used during treatment. Temporary soreness, swelling, and jaw stiffness afterward are common.
Many patients improve over several days, with initial gum healing over about one to two weeks. Complex cases may take longer.
Dry socket is delayed healing after the protective clot is lost. Following post-operative instructions helps reduce risk.
Ready to get started?
Have your wisdom teeth evaluated
Book with Dr. Hogan or the Union Family Dental team.