Plain-language explanations of the procedures we perform, what recovery actually looks like, and when to pick up the phone.
Wisdom teeth removal is one of the most common surgical procedures performed in Australia, and also one of the most Googled. Most people who are told they need their wisdom teeth out spend the next few days reading forum posts and generally frightening themselves unnecessarily. The reality is far more straightforward.
Dry socket is one of the more uncomfortable complications that can occur after a tooth removal. While some soreness is normal after an extraction, dry socket pain typically becomes worse a few days later rather than gradually improving. If you notice increasing pain, a bad taste, or pain spreading towards the ear or jaw, contact your dentist promptly.
From initial consultation to recovery, experience makes the difference in oral surgery. With more than 25 years in private practice, Dr Mark Irving provides specialist wisdom teeth removal, complex dental extractions and maxillofacial surgery in Sydney, delivered with clarity, precision and hospital-based safety.
Tooth extraction may sound daunting, but in the hands of a specialist Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon it's a safe and precise procedure. At Dr Mark Irving's Sydney practice, extractions are performed with expert care and clear aftercare guidance, helping patients move from diagnosis to recovery with confidence.
Wisdom teeth don't always have enough room to grow properly, which can lead to pain, infections, or crowding. At Dr Mark Irving's Sydney practice, wisdom teeth removal is performed under general anaesthetic only, ensuring patient comfort and safety. With over 25 years of specialist experience, Dr Irving provides clear guidance and supportive aftercare.
Over 25 years in private practice, and a member of the professions that set the standard for oral & maxillofacial surgery.
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