Dr. Leonard Hoffenberg
Level 2, 74 Castlereagh Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
Wisdom teeth are a set of molars at the back of your mouth. They generally don’t surface until your teens or early adulthood. Many people live their entire life with healthy wisdom teeth without pain. However, misaligned or impacted wisdom teeth commonly leads to a recommendation for extraction.
Misaligned wisdom teeth are often positioned angled toward or away from the teeth and may cause damage to the surrounding teeth and jaw, resulting in pain. Your teeth may be hard to clean because of the way they are positioned, allowing plaque and debris to build up. This can lead to decay or infection of the teeth or surrounding tissue.
Impacted wisdom teeth are those that either do not break through the gums or remain trapped in the jawbone or surrounding tissue due to the lack of space in the dental arch. Bacteria may build up around a partially erupted wisdom tooth, which may lead to an infection and painful swelling, stiffness of the jaw or other illnesses. Partially erupted teeth are prone to tooth decay and gum disease.
When you come in for your procedure, you’ll be greeted by our friendly team, and any questions you have about the process will be answered by Dr. Hoffenberg and staff. You’ll receive anaesthesia and possibly sedation, to help you be more comfortable during the extraction procedure.
Dr. Hoffenberg will then extract the tooth, using precise cuts and tools to remove it smoothly. Some teeth can be extracted in one piece; others need to be taken out in multiple sections. Whether your tooth is simple or complex to remove, Dr. Hoffenberg’s many years of experience will ensure your procedure is skilfully completed.
When done, Dr. Hoffenberg will place gauze over the incision site and give you care instructions for your mouth as it heals. If you were sedated, you’ll need to ride home with a friend or family member as driving immediately after sedation is not permitted.
Post Treatment Care
To help you manage the pain and heal properly, the first 24 hours after your wisdom tooth extraction you should plan on resting. Painkillers (prescription or over-the-counter) can be taken as well as cold packs to reduce any post-surgical swelling. You should eat only soft foods. After the first 24 hours, you may be able to continue with regular activities. Wait at least a week before exercising or doing other strenuous work.
Pain and discomfort from wisdom teeth can be stressful and troublesome to deal with. If you need your wisdom teeth extracted, contact Dr. Hoffenberg‘s office today.
Cosmetic Dentistry
A great looking smile can enhance your overall appearance and boost your confidence. Dr. Hoffenberg has extensive training and experience in the art of cosmetic dentistry and can create a personalised treatment plan to give you a beautiful, natural-looking smile you’ll love. In cases where a single cosmetic procedure will not create the results you desire, he can combine numerous procedures and give you a personal smile makeover plan. These services include:
Invisalign
Invisalign straightens your teeth without wires and brackets using a series of clear, customized, removable appliances called aligners. It’s virtually undetectable, which means hardly anyone will know you’re straightening your teeth. Whether you have a crossbite, overbite, underbite, or issues with the spacing of your teeth, schedule a FREE Smile Assessment with Dr. Hoffenberg and find out how Invisalign can straighten your teeth at a price you can afford.
Dental Implants
Missing teeth may lead to an unsightly smile, lack confidence and the avoidance of many types of foods. Traditionally, the only treatment options to replace missing teeth were dentures or bridges. Today, many patients turn to Dental Implants to replace missing teeth*. With its proven track record, you can feel confident in making the move to replace troublesome dentures with a lasting solution, a stronger bite, and a beautiful smile. Whether you need a single implant or several implants, Dr. Hoffenberg can help.
General Dentistry
Dr. Hoffenberg offers dental care for the whole family by providing a wide range of general, emergency and restorative dental services. As your primary dental care provider, he can manage all your oral health needs to ensure your teeth and gums are properly cared for. If you have been avoiding the dentist out of fear or anxiety, Dr. Hoffenberg offers sedation dentistry options that can help you feel relaxed and comfortable during your visit.
- Sedation dentistry.
- Gum disease treatment.
- Root canal therapy.
- Emergency dentistry.
- Wisdom teeth removal.
- Dental hygiene services
- Limit 1 per person and subject to availability
- Must be 18 years of age or older to use vouchers
- Includes a Free Smile Assessment which must be face to face.
- Whitening Smile Deals ™ price includes
- Before and after written instructions
- Before and after photos
- 4 (four) applications for 15 minutes each of Philips Zoom ™ whitening gel as per the recommendations
- Relief gel for after home care.
- Does not include a general dental check-up and clean but can be used with other Smile Deal vouchers such as $199 check-up and clean or the Smile Deal ™ Invisalign voucher for $6500
- 24 hour cancellation notice is required if you need to change your appointment time
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risk. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. This offer may change without notice.
- Must be over 18 years of age
- Free Smile Assessment consultation must be face to face
- Includes : Smile analysis, Facial lines and asymmetries, Teeth size, shape and position analysis, Teeth color recording, Jaw analysis, General tooth and gum health assessment and advise on the suitability for Invisalign or other Smile Make-Over procedures and recommendations.
- Does not include a full examination, x-rays or a scale and polish.
- Free Smile Assessment offer can be used in conjunction with other offers such as Whitening, Check up and Polish, and Invisalign offers.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risk. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. This offer may change without notice.