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Wisdom teeth removal in Encino

Wisdom teeth — your third molars — usually arrive in the late teens or early twenties, and for many people there simply isn't room for them to come in properly. When that happens, removing them early is one of the simplest ways to prevent pain, crowding and infection down the road.

At Farzad Dental on Ventura Blvd in Encino (16661 Ventura Blvd, Suite 815, 91436), Dr. Philip Farzad evaluates each set of wisdom teeth individually. Some erupt cleanly and can stay; many become impacted — trapped under the gum or angled against the neighboring molar — and those are the ones that tend to cause trouble. A quick digital X-ray shows us exactly how your third molars are positioned so we can recommend the safest timing and approach, rather than a one-size-fits-all answer.

Left in place, problem wisdom teeth can bring on pain or swelling at the back of the mouth, crowd or shift the teeth you've spent years keeping straight, trap food and bacteria that lead to infection and gum inflammation, and in some cases form cysts that damage nearby teeth or bone. Because these issues often build quietly before they hurt, catching them on a routine exam — and acting before the roots are fully formed — usually means an easier procedure and a faster recovery.

Comfort is the priority throughout. We offer local anesthesia and sedation options so the extraction itself is calm and pain-free, and we work efficiently to minimize impact on the surrounding tissue. Most patients are surprised by how straightforward it is, and clear aftercare instructions make the healing days that follow simple to manage. We'll also talk through what to expect beforehand, so there are no surprises on the day of your appointment and you can plan your recovery around work or school.

We care for patients across Encino, Sherman Oaks, Tarzana and the greater San Fernando Valley, with a second office in Palmdale serving the Antelope Valley. If you or your teen is having pain, swelling, or pressure at the back of the mouth — or a dentist has flagged the wisdom teeth on an X-ray — come in for an evaluation. New patients are welcome at both offices, and we accept most PPO insurance with CareCredit financing available.