🎙️ Bite-Sized Dental | Episode: Wisdom Teeth - To Pull or Not to Pull
Hosts: Dr Bing Lee & Glenn Hartas
Transcript
Glenn Hartas:
You’re listening to Way FM 105.3—your positive alternative!
And it’s time for another chat with our favourite smile expert, Dr Bing from Innova Dental. Welcome back!
Dr Bing:
Hi Glenn, it’s always good to be here!
Glenn Hartas:
Okay, today’s topic is one that makes a lot of people nervous… wisdom teeth. I remember hearing when I was younger that everyone had to get them out. Is that true?
Dr Bing:
Not at all! That’s one of the biggest myths out there. Not every wisdom tooth needs to be removed. Some grow in perfectly fine, and if they’re healthy, fully erupted, and you’re able to keep them clean, we can often leave them alone.
Glenn Hartas:
Really? So it’s not a dental rite of passage?
Dr Bing:
(Laughs) Definitely not. But here’s the catch, wisdom teeth can cause problems if they’re impacted, growing sideways, or crowding other teeth. That’s why we recommend regular checks, especially for teenagers and young adults, so we can track how they’re coming through.
Glenn Hartas:
So how do you know if it’s time to take them out?
Dr Bing:
The best way to do that is to have a full-mouth x-ray to see what’s going on beneath the surface. So what we need to do is look at the angle, the amount of space, and whether there is any infection or decay. The important thing as well is that there is a big nerve that runs in your jaw and we need to also trace that. If there is trouble brewing, we will walk you through your options, in a really calm step-by-step way.
Glenn Hartas:
I’ve heard horror stories about recovery… is it as bad as what people say?
Dr Bing:
Not in my experience. With the right approach and aftercare, we find that most people are back on their feet in just a few days. At Innova Dental, we make the process simple, stress-free, and tailored to our patients. It’s all about doing what’s best for your long-term health, not just removing teeth for the sake of it.
Glenn Hartas:
Love that, a stress-free process from consultation to recovery. So if someone’s wondering about their wisdom teeth, what should they do?
Dr Bing:
Just get in touch! We’ll do a proper assessment and give you clear advice - no pressure, no guesswork. Book online at innovadental.com.au or call our team, we’re here to help.
Glenn Hartas:
That’s Dr Bing from Innova Dental, trusted care, expert advice, and no unnecessary drama. Thanks again, mate!
Dr Bing:
Thanks Glenn! Always good to catch up.
Glenn Hartas:
Innova Dental—Expert care, made simple. Book your wisdom teeth consultation now at innovadental.com.au or call today.
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