Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom Teeth for Belleville and Maplewood, NJ | Maple Dental | Cosmetic & Family Dentist

About Wisdom Teeth

If you or your child is experiencing discomfort from wisdom teeth, you’re not alone. At Maple Dental, NJ, we offer safe, comfortable, and stress-free wisdom teeth extractions. With experienced dentists and modern sedation options, your oral surgery can be easier than you think.
With convenient locations in Belleville and Maplewood, we proudly serve patients in Nutley, Kearny, South Orange, Irvington, Newark (07104 & 07106), and Vauxhall (07088)—making it simple to find a dentist near you for gentle wisdom teeth care.
Treatment
Wisdom teeth can cause pain, crowding, or infections if not monitored. At Maple Dental, NJ, we provide safe evaluation and extraction when needed, ensuring minimal discomfort.

Assessment

We check alignment and growth using advanced imaging.

Surgical Planning

For impacted teeth, we develop a precise, safe removal strategy.

Extraction

Teeth are removed carefully under local anesthesia.

Healing

Post-procedure care instructions help ensure smooth recovery.

Wisdom Teeth Q&A

Wisdom teeth are your third set of molars that typically emerge between the ages of 17 and 25. These late-arriving teeth are located at the very back of your mouth, and not everyone gets all four. In some cases, wisdom teeth never fully develop or only partially erupt through the gums.

Often, there isn’t enough space in the mouth for these teeth to grow in properly. When this happens, they may become impacted, meaning they are stuck under the gumline or pushing against neighboring teeth—leading to discomfort or future dental problems.

Our skilled team at Maple Dental NJ, with locations near South Orange, Kearny, and Nutley, can assess your wisdom teeth and provide personalized treatment options.

Not all wisdom teeth need to be removed—but when they cause problems, extraction is often the best choice. At Maple Dental NJ, our dentists monitor wisdom teeth closely during routine exams. Removal may be recommended if you experience any of the following:

  • Jaw pain or swelling

  • Gum irritation or inflammation

  • Food getting trapped behind the wisdom teeth

  • Tooth crowding or shifting

  • Damage to nearby teeth or nerves

  • Infection or cyst formation

  • Cavities in partially erupted wisdom teeth

If you’re in Irvington, Newark, or Vauxhall, and are searching for a wisdom teeth dentist near you, our experienced team is ready to help you avoid complications with timely care.

When wisdom teeth are impacted or hard to reach, a minor oral surgery is required. At Maple Dental NJ, we make the entire process as comfortable as possible with local anesthesia and sedation options.

Here’s what typically happens during the procedure:

  • A local anesthetic is administered to numb the area

  • Sedation may be used to help you stay calm and relaxed

  • An incision is made to access the tooth

  • If necessary, the tooth is sectioned into smaller pieces for easier removal

  • The area is cleaned to prevent infection

  • The site is stitched and covered with gauze

You'll receive detailed aftercare instructions, and our team is always available to answer questions throughout your healing process.

Book Your Wisdom Teeth Consultation Today

Wisdom teeth don’t have to be a pain. Let the experienced dentists at Maple Dental NJ help you or your teen with expert evaluation and care. Whether you’re in Belleville, Maplewood, or nearby communities like South Orange, Kearny, Nutley, Newark, Irvington, or Vauxhall, we’re here to provide the relief you need.