Wisdom teeth · Petersham

Wisdom Tooth Removal

Wisdom teeth: the last to arrive, and often the first to cause trouble.

If yours are aching, swelling or simply out of room, we’ll check them, explain your options, and only take them out if it makes sense. Need a different tooth out? See tooth removal.

A gentle word of advice

Step away from the string.

There’s a far comfier way to say goodbye to a tooth.

Do I need local or general anaesthetic?

Whatever keeps you comfortable. Depending on your needs and how tricky the tooth is, we can use:

Local anaesthetic. Numbs the area while you stay awake.
Happy gas (nitrous oxide). Takes the edge off nerves.
Oral sedation. A prescribed sedative before you come in, so you’re relaxed but awake.
General anaesthetic. Fully asleep. Let us know before your appointment so we can check it’s right for you and arrange it.

Having oral sedation or a general anaesthetic? Bring someone to take you home.

Do I need to get my wisdom tooth removed?

Not always. Plenty of people live with theirs for years. But a wisdom tooth that keeps getting infected, or doesn’t have room to come through properly, can mean ongoing pain and problems for the teeth next to it.

The easiest way to know is to let us take a look.

What our patients say

A friend recommended Dr Khalil and I have to say it was the best dental experience I’ve had. Right from the time you enter they make you feel welcome and relaxed. Very professional service. Will definitely be going back.
Warrick Clarke

Best dentist in Sydney! Use to see him at Mosman and now followed him to his new practice. Very experienced. I had my teeth straightened and whiten perfectly and now I have all my regular check ups at the new clinic. Highly recommend Dr. Simon.
Jenny Dang

You will never meet another dentist who goes above and beyond like Simon does. You’re in one of the safest, most gentle and caring hands in the dental industry. My whole family goes to Simon and we live more than a 40 minute drive away! Thank you guys for taking the time and care x
Atena B

I cannot recommend this practise enough! Lovely, clean practise, caring, friendly staff and that’s all before you even see a dentist! I have never been a fan of dentists but after being a patient of Dr Khalil I recommend him to all my family and friends, especially those with children. Dr Khalil really does practice what reproaches....PAIN FREE! I use to dread going to the dentist but now dare I say, I actually look forward to it!
Rebecca Knox

One of a kind! From the moment you walk you in realise you are going to be looked after. Dr Simon is a brilliant dentist. Can’t recommend him enough.
Matthew El-Azzi