Wisdom tooth extraction is a surgical procedure to remove one or more third molars when they cause pain, infection, damage to adjacent teeth, or other dental problems. Understanding how long wisdom teeth removal takes is important for planning - most extractions take 45-90 minutes depending on complexity. The procedure begins with appropriate anesthesia ranging from local anesthesia to sedation or general anesthesia depending on complexity and patient preference. The surgeon creates an incision in the gum tissue to expose the tooth and bone, removes any bone blocking access to the tooth root, divides the tooth into sections if easier to remove in pieces, extracts the tooth, cleans the site of debris, and may place stitches to promote healing. Wisdom teeth recovery typically involves 3-7 days of initial healing with swelling and discomfort that peaks around days 2-3. To speed up wisdom teeth recovery, patients should follow proper wound care, eat soft foods, avoid strenuous activity, smoking, or drinking through straws during initial healing. Getting wisdom teeth removal in Mexico offers significant cost savings - typically 60-80% less than US prices without compromising quality of care. Most dental clinics catering to international patients feature modern equipment, strict sterilization protocols, and surgeons with international training. Travelers should ideally schedule extractions with at least 3-4 days remaining in their stay to allow for follow-up care and ensure no complications arise before traveling home.

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