Wisdom teeth surgery performed by a specialist oral and maxillofacial surgeon offers proven benefits and delivers excellent surgical outcomes. With shorter procedure times, recovery time is accelerated and post-operative complications are minimal.
Wisdom teeth are typically the final teeth to come through, usually emerging through the gums in the late teens to mid-twenties or, less frequently, in older adults. Located at the back of the mouth, these teeth vary in number and positioning within the jaws. Often there is not sufficient space for wisdom teeth to emerge through the gums, leading to wisdom teeth becoming wedged or impacted.
Wisdom teeth can contribute to a variety of oral health problems including the development of associated cysts or infections, overcrowding of teeth, or the creation of food traps and decay in adjacent teeth.
Advantages of Specialist Surgical Care
Some dentists will provide wisdom teeth removal services, while others may refer you to a specialist oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Regardless, you are entitled to request a referral to an oral and maxillofacial surgeon for your wisdom teeth removal. Your dentist or your GP can refer you.
Wisdom teeth surgery performed by a specialist oral and maxillofacial surgeon offers proven benefits and delivers excellent surgical outcomes. With shorter procedure times, recovery time is accelerated and post-operative complications are minimal.
During your initial consultation, your oral and maxillofacial surgeon will discuss your dental and medical history to determine the most suitable course of action. Factors such as the position of your wisdom teeth, their proximity to vital nerves, the size of your mouth and mouth opening, existing medical conditions, current medications, allergies to antibiotics or anaesthetics and your comfort may all affect your treatment. Based on this assessment, your surgeon will recommend whether your wisdom teeth removal will take place under a general anaesthetic in hospital, or under sedation in the clinic.
When you see a Specialist Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon to discuss your wisdom teeth, your initial consultation is partially rebatable by Medicare even if you do not have private health cover.
Patients with private health insurance are also usually eligible to claim a portion of their treatment costs.
New Services at Adelaide MaxFax...
New Service:
Express Wisdom Teeth Clinic
Our Express Wisdom Teeth Clinic is a service designed for prompt removal of wisdom teeth for patients without other medical complications.
You can book your initial consultation appointment within three weeks of your call, and schedule a date for surgery within the same timeframe, or at a more convenient later date.
To initiate this service, we require a referral form from your general dentist or medical GP and a recent OPG x-ray which we can arrange if necessary.
Zoom Consultations
Dr Khouri is pleased to introduce a Consult-by-Zoom service for patients seeking wisdom teeth surgery, especially those facing challenges travelling to Adelaide. To initiate this service, we require a referral from your general dentist or medical GP, along with a recent OPG x-ray, which we can facilitate if necessary.
Prior to the scheduled Zoom consultation, Dr. Khouri will review your referral and x-ray to determine the suitability of a virtual consultation. Following the assessment, surgery arrangements will be finalised with you over the phone or by email, and patients will have the opportunity to meet Dr. Khouri in person at the time of surgery.
The Consult-by-Zoom option is designed
primarily for patients requiring wisdom teeth surgery who do not have any
additional medical conditions. In certain instances, a Consultation-in-Rooms
may be deemed necessary.
Surgery In The Riverland
Did you know expert and specialist treatment is available close to home?
The Adelaide MaxFax team is here to assist you at all times. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding an upcoming procedure, please reach out to us without hesitation.
76 Kensington Road, Rose Park, SA 5067
Phone: (08) 8332 1566
Fax: (08) 8364 2890
Email: [email protected]
Opening hours:
Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm
Parking and access
Patient parking is conveniently located behind the surgery, accessible via Winchester Lane. The main entrance for patients is situated at the front of the building, while disabled access is available behind the surgery.
