Wisdom teeth removal surgery typically lasts between 40 minutes to 1 hour. If all four wisdom teeth are being removed at once, the procedure usually takes about an hour, but it can be shorter or longer depending on factors such as the number of teeth removed, their position, and whether they are impacted (not fully erupted or in a difficult position)
- For a single wisdom tooth extraction, the procedure may take around 20 to 30 minutes, but can be up to an hour for more complex cases
- Removal of four impacted wisdom teeth usually takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour
- If IV sedation or general anesthesia is used, the total time spent at the clinic may be longer (up to 90 minutes or more) due to preparation and recovery from anesthesia
After the surgery, patients typically stay in the office for some time to recover from anesthesia before going home. Recovery from the surgery itself usually takes 1 to 2 weeks, with most people resuming normal activities within 3 to 5 days
. In summary, the surgery itself lasts roughly 40 to 90 minutes, with additional time needed for anesthesia and recovery immediately afterward.
