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Learn when wisdom tooth removal may be recommended, what affects the decision and how to plan follow-up.
Overview
A wisdom tooth may be partly through the gum or blocked from coming through fully. Removal can be considered when it causes problems, but a healthy tooth without problems may be monitored.
We assess and remove wisdom teeth in-house at Tokyo Expat Dental. The plan depends on the tooth’s position, your symptoms and the surrounding structures; referral remains an option if your case needs additional expertise.
Reasons to seek care
Repeated pain or swelling, infection around a partly erupted tooth, or decay affecting the wisdom tooth or its neighbour are reasons for an assessment.
Please mention swelling or difficulty opening your mouth when booking. Urgent symptoms need a different pathway from a routine consultation.
What care involves
Your dentist examines the area and uses appropriate imaging to assess the roots and nearby structures. We discuss removal, monitoring and any other suitable approach before you decide.
Removal may be straightforward or involve a surgical procedure. We explain the anaesthetic plan, likely appointment sequence and aftercare in advance.
Care process
Assess the tooth
Your dentist reviews your symptoms, imaging and medical history, including medicines and previous difficulties with dental treatment.
Agree the plan
We discuss the reasons for removal, alternatives, individual risks and estimated fee with you.
Complete the procedure
Your dentist carries out the agreed procedure and explains how to look after the area afterwards.
Recover and review
We discuss the time needed for recovery and follow-up so you can plan travel or a demanding schedule around your care.
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Risks and limitations
Pain, swelling, bleeding and a stiff jaw can occur after removal. Complications include infection, delayed healing and a painful socket known as dry socket.
Risks depend on the tooth’s position. They can include injury to neighbouring teeth, altered sensation from nearby nerves, or a connection with the sinus for some upper teeth. Your dentist will discuss the risks relevant to you.
Alternatives
Monitoring may be appropriate when the tooth is healthy and not causing problems. Treatment of an associated problem or specialist advice may be considered. We will explain what delaying removal could mean in your case.
Fees and treatment time
We will explain the suitable options and provide a detailed treatment plan and cost estimate before treatment begins.
Standard tooth extraction: ¥99,900
Surgical / impacted tooth extraction: ¥149,900
Your dentist will assess the tooth and explain whether standard or surgical removal is appropriate. The estimate will set out imaging, anaesthesia, medication and follow-up charges.
Diagnostic imaging and other examinations may incur additional charges unless expressly included in a treatment package. Local anaesthesia, when used, is ¥9,900. Your estimate will confirm which items apply to your care.
All prices are in Japanese yen (JPY) and include 10% consumption tax. Fees may vary with case complexity and individual requirements.
In Tokyo for a short time?
Tell us your travel dates when you book so we can discuss what fits your stay and whether further appointments will be needed. We provide reports to support international insurance claims; cover depends on your policy.
After your visit
Follow the care and review instructions your dentist gives you. Please contact the clinic if you have a question or your symptoms change.
For difficulty breathing or swallowing, rapidly spreading facial or neck swelling, or uncontrolled bleeding, call 119 for an ambulance. Seek urgent care from a service that is open rather than waiting for an online reply.
Related treatments
Tooth extraction and oral surgery
Assessment for tooth removal. We explain the procedure, recovery and any options to replace the tooth.
Emergency dentist
Assessment for toothache, swelling, injuries and broken teeth, fillings or crowns.
General dentistry and dental checkups
Checkups, tooth-coloured fillings and advice for keeping your teeth and gums healthy.