Wisdom Teeth Extraction Near Dunn, NC

If your wisdom teeth are causing pain or your dentist has recommended an evaluation and you live in Dunn, The Teeth Doctors is a 25-mile drive south on I-95. Dr. Jeremiah Davis brings advanced surgical and implant credentials to every wisdom teeth case, and we offer three sedation options under one roof at our Yadkin Road office.

Why Dunn patients take the I-95 drive south

Dunn sits at the intersection of I-95 and US-421, which makes it a 30-minute drive to either Fayetteville or south Raleigh. Many of our Dunn patients come to us because they want their oral surgery done by a dentist with documented surgical credentials and a practice that handles sedation in-house, rather than splitting the visit between a referring dentist and a separate oral surgeon.

For wisdom teeth, that means one consultation, one chair, one sedation team. You see your X-rays, hear the plan, and get a written estimate before any treatment is scheduled.

About Dr. Jeremiah Davis: surgical credentials behind your extraction

Fayetteville NC Dentist Dr. Jeremiah C. Davis Recognized as One of the Top Implant Dentists in North Carolina

Dr. Davis is a US Army veteran who served as a captain in the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg. His credentials include Master of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD), Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology (DABOI/ID), Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (FAAID), Master of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (MICIO), and Master of the Academy of Osseointegration (AO). Incisal Edge magazine named him a Top 40 Under 40 dentist.

Surgical extractions, sedation, and 3D jaw imaging are core to implant work and core to wisdom teeth surgery. We perform straightforward and many complex impactions in-house. If your case is better suited to an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, we will tell you directly.

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Wisdom teeth extraction at our Fayetteville practice

When wisdom teeth need to come out

Third molars usually try to erupt between ages 17 and 25. When the jaw lacks space, the teeth may angle, impact below the gum, or only partially erupt. Common signs that they need evaluation: dull or sharp pain at the back of the jaw, swelling, gum infections that recur, food packing between molars, difficulty opening your mouth fully, or X-ray findings of impaction.

Sedation options for a comfortable visit

Three sedation paths are available for wisdom teeth procedures:

Nitrous oxide: light, wears off in minutes. You can drive yourself home.
Oral sedation: prescribed medication taken before the visit. You will need a driver.
IV sedation: deepest sedation we offer. You will likely have no memory of the procedure. You will need a driver and a companion at home for the first several hours.

We walk through which option fits your case during the consultation. The choice is yours; we make a recommendation based on medical history and procedure complexity.

What recovery looks like

Procedures typically take 45 to 90 minutes. Most patients are back to a normal routine within three to five days for straightforward cases. You leave with written aftercare instructions and a number to call if anything is not progressing the way it should. A follow-up visit is part of the plan.

Getting here from Dunn

The Teeth Doctors is at 6402 Yadkin Road, Fayetteville, NC 28303. From Dunn, take I-95 south for approximately 22 miles, then exit at NC-24/210 west (All American Freeway) toward Fort Liberty. Yadkin Road is on the left after a few miles. Total drive time is typically 30 to 35 minutes depending on traffic. Use your preferred navigation app for the final turn.

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Common questions about wisdom teeth extraction

How do I know if my wisdom teeth need to come out?

Pain at the back of the jaw, swelling, recurring infections, pressure, or partial eruption are the most common signals. Some people without symptoms still benefit from removal if X-rays show impaction or risk of future complications. A consultation and panoramic X-ray will give you a clear answer.

Are all four wisdom teeth removed at once?

Often, yes. A single appointment under sedation consolidates the recovery into one window. Some cases are staged when the upper and lower teeth are at very different stages or when medical history calls for a more conservative approach.

Will I be awake during the procedure?

It depends on the sedation you choose. With nitrous you will be awake but relaxed; with oral or IV sedation you will likely have hazy or no memory of the procedure.

How long is recovery?

Most patients return to a normal routine within three to five days for straightforward extractions. Full healing of the extraction sites takes a few weeks. Avoid smoking, heavy exercise, and drinking through straws in the first several days to protect the clot.

What does it cost?

Cost depends on the number of teeth, the surgical complexity, and your sedation choice. We provide a written estimate at the consultation. We accept most dental insurance, offer CareCredit financing, and have an in-house Friends and Family Membership Plan.

Schedule a wisdom teeth consultation

Call (910) 864-4646 or request an appointment online. The first visit is a consultation: answers, a written estimate, and a plan before any treatment is scheduled.