What this treatment is and who it suits
Wisdom teeth are the third molars at the very back of the jaw. They usually come through between about 17 and 25 years of age. The jaw often lacks room for them, so they may stay fully or partly trapped (impacted) in bone or under the gum, or come in at an angle and press on the tooth in front.
Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out. Mainstream guidance, including the NHS, does not recommend removing healthy wisdom teeth that cause no problems. A tooth that is fully through, fits the bite and can be cleaned properly can often stay and simply be checked at routine visits.
Removal is usually considered when there is:
- Repeated infection of the gum around a partly erupted tooth (pericoronitis)
- Decay in the wisdom tooth or the neighbouring molar that cannot be repaired
- Pressure that is damaging the root of the next tooth
- A cyst or other problem linked to the tooth, seen on an X-ray
- Gum disease around the tooth that cannot be controlled
There are two broad types of extraction:
- Simple extraction: the tooth is fully visible and is loosened and removed without cutting the gum.
- Surgical extraction: the gum is opened, a little bone may be removed, and the tooth is sometimes divided into pieces. This is common for impacted lower wisdom teeth.
Only an examination with imaging can show which type applies to you.
Signs that call for an examination — and when it is urgent
Book a dental check if you notice:
- Pain or tenderness at the back of the jaw that comes and goes
- Swollen, red gum over a back tooth, or a bad taste or smell from that area
- Food repeatedly trapped behind the last molar
- Pain when biting, or sensitivity in the molar in front
- Stiffness when opening the mouth
Seek urgent care the same day if swelling is spreading across the face or down the neck, if you have a high fever with facial swelling, or if you cannot open your mouth properly. If you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, call 911, the emergency number in Jordan, or go to the nearest emergency department straight away. Dental infections can spread and should not be left to settle on their own.
How the steps usually go, from examination to follow-up
The outline below is general and comes from the platform's service catalogue, not from the clinic's record. Your dentist will explain your own plan.
### 1. Assessment and imaging The dentist examines the tooth, gum and bite, and takes X-rays. A panoramic X-ray is common. For deep lower teeth that may be close to the nerve, a 3D scan is sometimes suggested. This is the point to share your medical history, medicines (especially blood thinners), allergies, and whether you are pregnant.
### 2. Controlling acute infection first If the gum around the tooth is badly infected, the dentist may clean the area and treat the infection before removing the tooth. Some extractions are therefore planned for a later visit.
### 3. Local anaesthesia The area is numbed with a local anaesthetic. You should feel pressure and movement but not sharp pain. Tell the dentist if you feel pain at any point.
### 4. The extraction For a simple extraction, the tooth is loosened and lifted out. For a surgical extraction, a small flap of gum is opened, bone may be trimmed, and the tooth may be removed in sections. The site is then cleaned and often stitched. The catalogue gives a typical chair time of about 20–45 minutes per tooth, longer for deep impactions, but this varies from case to case.
### 5. Follow-up and suture removal You receive aftercare instructions. A follow-up visit is often booked to check healing and remove stitches if they are not the dissolving type.
What Arafat Dental Clinics publishes about this service in Amman
Everything in this section comes from the clinic's and dentist's records on ClinicsJo.
The dentist. Dr. Mohammad Arafat Hasan works in dentistry and has 15 years of experience. He holds a bachelor's degree in oral and dental medicine and surgery from Damascus University. His biography mentions dental practice in Jordan and Saudi Arabia. His listed further training includes an Advanced Implantology Course with the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (2018), a Clear Aligners (Invisalign) Certification from Align Technology Academy (2020), and Microscope-Assisted Endodontics with the Jordanian Academy of Dentistry (2022). The services he provides include oral and maxillofacial surgery (جراحة الوجه والفكين), dental emergencies, dental X-rays and oral diseases. The conditions listed include toothache, dental abscess and gum disease. He speaks Arabic and English. His profile is verified by the platform and shows 3 approved reviews with an average rating of 5. That is a small number of reviews, so treat it as one input among many.
The services for this page. The record lists Wisdom Tooth Extraction, Tooth Extraction, Tooth Surgical Extraction, and a service titled "Painless Wisdom Tooth Extraction". A service name is not a guarantee. Ask what this option involves in practice, such as the type of anaesthesia and comfort measures, and what you may feel during and after the procedure.
The clinic. Arafat Dental Clinics opened in 2022 in Tabarbour and is verified by the platform. It publishes 120 services. Its main services include dental implants, orthodontic braces, veneers, whitening and root canal treatment. Its description says treatment options are discussed according to examination findings and patient needs. The clinic record shows 2 approved reviews averaging 5.
Consultation and cost. The dentist's record lists the first consultation as free. The cost of any extraction depends on the examination and the plan, so ask before starting.
Questions to ask the dentist before starting
- Does my wisdom tooth actually need to come out, or can it be monitored?
- Will this be a simple or a surgical extraction, and why?
- How close is the root to the nerve or the sinus, and what does that mean for risk?
- Which imaging do I need, and can I see and discuss it?
- Should any infection be treated before the extraction?
- What anaesthesia will be used, and what does the "painless" option on the record involve?
- Should I continue my usual medicines, including blood thinners? (Do not stop a prescribed medicine without advice from the doctor who prescribed it.)
- Will there be stitches, and when is the follow-up?
- Who do I contact if something feels wrong after hours?
- What will the total cost be for my plan?
Aftercare and realistic expectations
Some pain, swelling and jaw stiffness are normal for the first few days. They are often more noticeable after surgical removal of a lower tooth. Common guidance includes:
- Bite on the gauze as instructed to control bleeding.
- Do not rinse, spit forcefully or drink through a straw on the first day, so the blood clot can settle.
- After the first day, rinse gently with warm salt water as advised.
- Eat soft, cool or lukewarm food and chew on the other side.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol while healing. Smoking raises the risk of dry socket.
- Use pain relief only as your dentist or pharmacist advises.
- Keep brushing the other teeth, and be gentle near the wound.
Contact the clinic if pain gets worse after day two or three (a possible sign of dry socket), if bleeding does not stop with pressure, if you have a bad taste or discharge, or if numbness of the lip or tongue continues after the anaesthetic should have worn off. Spreading swelling, high fever, or trouble breathing or swallowing need urgent care. Call 911 if needed.
Healing time differs from person to person. Nobody can promise a set recovery period or an outcome in advance.
Booking, getting there and opening hours
Arafat Dental Clinics is in Tabarbour, Amman, at Al Tamimi Complex, first floor, Journalists Roundabout (دوار الصحفيين ، مجمع التميمي ط1). It sees patients from across Amman. The confirmed opening hours are Saturday to Thursday, 10:00–22:00. Friday is not listed. Use the contact button on this page to book. Mention that your visit is about a wisdom tooth, and bring any recent dental X-rays and a list of your medicines.