Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their dentist the following questions related to wisdom teeth:

1. I’m in my teens. If my wisdom teeth do not cause problems, should I have them removed anyway?
   
   
2. What are the disadvantages of waiting to have them removed?
   
   
3. What are the possible risks associated with extraction?
   
   
4. If I do not have them removed, what complications might I experience later?
   
   
5. How should I prepare for the extraction?
   
   
6. Will I need an oral surgeon to perform my procedure?
   
   
7. Can I have general anesthesia so I won’t be awake for the procedure?
   
   
8. How should I modify my behavior following extraction?
   
   
9. How long will it be before I can eat on the side of my mouth with the removed tooth?
   
   
10. What should I do if I experience prolonged pain following the procedure?