Do Dental Plans Cover Wisdom Teeth Extractions?

Yes, wisdom tooth extractions are covered, to some extent, by many dental insurance policies.  

Our Plano dentists usually cover 50% to 80% of the expense of treating wisdom teeth. Deductibles and copays are often also applicable.

Before covering the expense of wisdom tooth extraction, several policies include a waiting period. If you have recently become eligible for dental insurance coverage, make sure you have met any waiting time before scheduling your wisdom teeth extraction.

What are wisdom teeth extractions?

A wisdom tooth extraction is a surgical dental process to remove one or more of four permanent adult teeth, known as wisdom teeth, placed at the top and bottom rear corners of our mouth.

When should I contact the dentist about wisdom teeth removal?

Fortunately, there are several warning signs that may help you determine whether these third molars are developing and whether you need emergency dental care right away.

• Infection

When the wisdom teeth are trying to erupt and become impacted, there is a gap between the gum and the tooth. This area is ideal for the accumulation of food and germs, which might result in a serious illness. If you’re experiencing discomfort along with other symptoms like a fever, you should contact the dentist.

• Pain

If you can manage your pain at home, you may not need wisdom teeth removal. Contact your dentist if you experience persistent discomfort that extends to the nearby teeth and gums. Because wisdom teeth can press on your other teeth, they may crowd.

These are a few circumstances when it’s quite possible that you’ll need to contact a dentist for a thorough evaluation.

How many wisdom teeth can you have?

Typically, most people have four wisdom teeth, each located at the top and bottom rear corners of the mouth. They usually start growing or erupting during their teenage years or early twenties. However, until they begin to grow, the other permanent teeth take their place in the mouth, leaving no space for a wisdom tooth to grow properly.

What is the average cost of wisdom tooth removal?

In the USA, wisdom teeth removal can cost between $75 and $250 per tooth. An impacted wisdom tooth can cost anything from $200 to $600. On average, removing all four wisdom teeth costs between $600 and $1100. 

It’s not always necessary to go for wisdom teeth extraction. A healthy wisdom tooth can aid in chewing without affecting your bite or oral health if it can erupt straight and in alignment with the other teeth. However, if your mouth is too small to accommodate new molars or your wisdom teeth do not emerge straight into the mouth, this might result in crowding, cysts, or infections that necessitate the removal of the wisdom teeth. 

For example, if the wisdom tooth is problematic or you need to pull more than one tooth, you may end up spending more money.

Schedule an appointment to get affordable wisdom teeth removed.

Pinnacle Dental in Plano offers the most advanced wisdom teeth removal with specialized dentists. Contact us for wisdom tooth extraction and the best dental treatment from experienced dental professionals.