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Prices depend on impaction type, sedation choice, and insurance. We give you an exact out-of-pocket figure before any treatment begins. No billing surprises. Free evaluation to start.
The biggest driver of cost is impaction complexity. A tooth that has fully emerged through the gum is a simple extraction. One buried in bone requires a surgical approach. Here are typical ranges at our Glendale office.
The tooth has fully broken through the gum. Standard extraction technique. Heals quickly with minimal discomfort.
The tooth is through the bone but still covered by gum tissue. Requires a small incision. Most wisdom teeth fall into this category.
The tooth is fully or partially surrounded by jawbone. Requires bone removal. Higher complexity but still routinely performed in-office.
Complete comfort for all 4 teeth at once. Our licensed anesthesiologists administer IV sedation. You sleep through everything, wake up done.
Your actual cost depends on your specific teeth, your insurance plan, and which sedation option you choose. We give you an exact number after your free evaluation and insurance verification, before any treatment is scheduled. You won’t encounter surprise bills here.
Not all wisdom tooth removals are the same. A fully erupted wisdom tooth that comes out cleanly costs significantly less than an impacted tooth requiring bone removal.
Oral conscious sedation (OCS) is $350 added to your procedure cost. IV sedation for wisdom tooth removal is $1,500 for anesthesia, the most comfortable option, especially for removing all four at once.
Swelling peaks, rest recommended, soft foods only, apply ice packs in 20-minute intervals.
Swelling improves, discomfort becomes manageable, soft foods continue. Dry socket risk is highest during this window: no straws, no smoking.
Most patients return to normal daily activity. Full healing of the bone takes several months, but daily life is largely back to normal.
Most dental insurance plans treat wisdom tooth extraction as an oral surgery benefit. Coverage levels vary, but most patients with insurance are surprised by how much is covered. We verify your specific benefits before your appointment.
We accept most major PPO dental insurance plans. We handle verification and billing directly so you know your exact responsibility before you sit in the chair. No balance billing surprises.
We partner with the most widely accepted dental financing companies so you can spread your out-of-pocket cost into manageable monthly payments, often at 0% interest for qualified applicants.
Multiple options maximize your chance of approval
Most PPO dental insurance plans cover 50–80% of wisdom tooth extraction costs when there is clinical necessity (impaction, infection risk, crowding). We verify your benefits before your appointment so you know what to expect.
Our in-house membership plan covers your preventive care and reduces the cost of procedures. We also offer financing through CareCredit, Cherry, and Sunbit, so you can move forward without waiting to save the full amount out of pocket.
Smile Science is an independent, doctor-owned practice -- not a DSO, not a franchise, not a corporate chain. Every treatment recommendation comes from the dentist who will perform your procedure, with no production quotas or outside investors in the room.
Your consultation and your procedure are with the same doctor.
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No two extractions are identical. These five variables determine most of the price difference between patients.
Fully erupted teeth cost less to remove than partially or fully impacted teeth. Full bony impaction, where the tooth is completely beneath the bone, requires the most time and expertise.
Removing all four at once is usually more cost-effective than separate visits. You also only need one sedation session, one recovery period, and one set of post-op appointments.
Local anesthesia is the baseline. Oral sedation and IV sedation cost more, but they make the procedure more comfortable, especially for complex impactions or anxious patients. Both are available here.
Cone beam CT scans give us a precise 3D view of tooth position relative to nerves and sinuses. For complex cases, this imaging is not optional. It prevents nerve damage and guides safer removal.
Root curvature, proximity to the inferior alveolar nerve, dense bone, and adjacent tooth position all affect how long removal takes. More complex cases require more time and surgical skill.
Some general dentists refer wisdom teeth cases out to oral surgery specialists who charge higher fees. Keeping complex extractions and IV sedation in-house, as we do, typically saves patients $500 to $1,500 on the same procedure.
Prescription pain management, antibiotics when indicated, and a follow-up visit are standard. Some practices charge separately for each of these; we include standard post-op care in your total treatment quote so there are no surprises.
Most PPO plans have an annual maximum of $1,000 to $2,000 and cover 50 to 80% of extraction costs. If you have used benefits earlier in the year, your out-of-pocket for wisdom teeth will be higher. We verify your exact remaining benefits before your appointment.
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Come in for a free consultation. We’ll take X-rays, assess your specific situation, verify your insurance, and give you an exact out-of-pocket figure. No commitment required.
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