Wisdom tooth issues worsen over time. Pericoronitis (infection around a partially erupted wisdom tooth) recurs until the tooth is removed. Impacted wisdom teeth put continuous pressure on adjacent teeth, causing irreversible damage. Act before it becomes an emergency.
Wisdom teeth — the four third molars that emerge between ages 17 and 25 — cause problems for most people: impaction, crowding, infection, or damage to adjacent teeth. At Mur-Len Family Dentistry, Dr. Navkiran Warya evaluates and removes wisdom teeth safely and comfortably at our Olathe office.
Wisdom Tooth Pain, Swelling, or Jaw Stiffness? Don't Ignore It It Won't Resolve on Its Own
Signs Your Wisdom Teeth Need Evaluation or Removal
Impaction — tooth trapped beneath gum or bone, fully or partially
Insufficient jaw space — crowding and pushing adjacent teeth
Pericoronitis — recurrent infection around partially erupted wisdom tooth
Cyst or tumor formation around an impacted tooth
Decay or gum disease around hard-to-clean wisdom teeth
Jaw pain, pressure, or stiffness at the back of the mouth
Wisdom Teeth Removal Procedure at Mur-Len Family Dentistry
Panoramic and digital X-rays assess tooth position, angle, and root depth.
Thorough local anesthetic ensures complete numbness. Sedation options available for anxious patients.
Simple or surgical technique depending on tooth position. Dr. Warya works efficiently and gently to minimize tissue trauma.
Detailed written and verbal post-op instructions provided before you leave.
No straws/smoking/spitting for 72 hours. Ice packs. Soft diet. Prescribed medications as directed.
Serving Olathe Teens, Young Adults & Families Near South Johnson County
Many of our wisdom teeth patients are teens and young adults from families near Olathe South High School, California Trail Middle School, and Black Bob Road. We make the process low-stress and are available for all parent and patient questions. We also see young adults from Gardner-Edgerton, Overland Park, and Lenexa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Starting around age 16–17. Early evaluation allows Dr. Warya to plan removal before roots are fully formed — making extraction simpler and recovery faster.
No. If wisdom teeth erupt fully, are properly aligned, and can be cleaned effectively, removal may not be necessary. Dr. Warya evaluates each patient individually with X-rays.
Simple extractions: 3–5 days. Surgical removal of impacted teeth: 7–10 days. Detailed post-op instructions are provided. We are available for follow-up calls if needed.
Dry socket affects about 2–5% of extractions — most commonly in the lower jaw. It causes severe pain 3–5 days post-surgery when the blood clot dislodges. Call (913) 353-4001 immediately if this occurs — it is quickly treated in our office.
Yes, all four can typically be extracted in a single appointment under local anesthesia. This is often preferred to minimize total recovery time. Dr. Warya assesses your case individually.
