How much does it cost to remove a wisdom tooth?
Nov 01, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Chao
Introduction
Generally, wisdom tooth extraction can be categorized into three types, with corresponding price ranges as follows: maxillary properly aligned wisdom teeth, reference price 200–600 yuan per tooth; mandibular properly aligned wisdom teeth, reference price 300–1,000 yuan per tooth; impacted wisdom teeth, reference price 500–2,000 yuan per tooth. Factors influencing the cost of wisdom tooth extraction include extraction difficulty, the patient's oral condition, and anesthesia fees.
In general, wisdom tooth extraction can be divided into three types of procedures, with corresponding price ranges as follows: maxillary orthodontic-positioned wisdom teeth, reference price 200–600 RMB per tooth; mandibular orthodontic-positioned wisdom teeth, reference price 300–1,000 RMB per tooth; and impacted wisdom teeth, reference price 500–2,000 RMB per tooth. Factors influencing the cost of wisdom tooth extraction include extraction difficulty, the patient's oral condition, anesthesia fees, and regional differences.
Types of wisdom tooth extractions and their reference prices:
Procedure Name |
Maxillary Orthodontic-Positioned Wisdom Tooth |
Mandibular Orthodontic-Positioned Wisdom Tooth |
Impacted Wisdom Tooth |
Reference Price |
200–600 RMB/tooth |
300–1,000 RMB/tooth |
500–2,000 RMB/tooth |
Procedure Principle |
Using specialized instruments to extract normally positioned maxillary wisdom teeth |
Using specialized instruments and techniques to extract normally positioned mandibular wisdom teeth |
Cutting the gum and removing bone to extract abnormally growing impacted wisdom teeth |
Suitable Candidates |
Patients whose wisdom teeth are in normal positions but require extraction |
Patients whose wisdom teeth are in normal positions but require extraction |
Patients whose wisdom teeth grow in abnormal directions, cannot erupt properly, and require extraction |
Recovery Period |
3–7 days |
4–7 days |
2–4 weeks |
Longevity |
25–30 years |
25–30 years |
30–35 years |
Advantages |
1. Simple procedure |
1. Reduces pressure from wisdom teeth on adjacent teeth |
1. Prevents oral diseases |
Potential Risks |
1. Pain and swelling |
1. Dry socket |
1. Nerve damage |
Factors affecting the cost:
1. Extraction Difficulty
Extraction difficulty is a key factor in determining the price. For simple cases—such as teeth that are well-aligned and easy to remove—the cost is typically lower. However, for complex cases requiring surgical procedures such as cutting the gums or removing part of the bone, the cost will significantly increase.
2. Patient’s Oral Condition
If the patient has pre-existing conditions such as inflammation or dental calculus, standard preparatory treatments may be required before extraction, which increases the overall cost.
3. Anesthesia Fees
Costs vary depending on the type of anesthesia used—local or general anesthesia.
4. Regional Differences
Differences in economic development, cost of living, and distribution of medical resources across regions directly lead to variations in wisdom tooth extraction costs. Generally, medical fees are higher in economically developed areas, resulting in higher extraction costs, while fees in less-developed regions tend to be relatively lower.
Patients are advised to choose正规 and professional medical institutions for the procedure to ensure safety and effectiveness.
