
Prices and costs are changing. Wisdom Teeth removal seems to be getting more and more expensive, especially across the Houston, Tx area. Many patients often think about what the cost of wisdom teeth will be in 2020. How will insurance coverage and plans help my family pay for such an expensive treatment? This is a very important question because it is vital to get wisdom teeth removed for a myriad of reasons. Moving forward to 2020, the average cost of wisdom teeth removal in Houston can range between $1,500-$4,000 depending on the dentist or oral surgeon that is removing your teeth. Prices can vary depending on the complexity of the case, and if IV Sedation is used or not.
Factors Determining Wisdom Teeth Removal Costs
Perhaps the number one determining factor when it comes to wisdom teeth extraction costs is if the teeth themselves are impacted or not. Impaction basically means that the wisdom teeth are partially or fully encased in bone. If they are, then it will require a minor surgical procedure to remove them. A highly qualified dentist or surgeon will be needed to undertake such a procedure, as it can lead to permanent damage of vital structures if the clinician is not experienced in removing these types of teeth.
The Different Types of Impacted Teeth
There are three main types of impacted wisdom teeth. The angle in which they are position relative to the adjacent teeth dictates their names:
Horizontal Impaction: This type of wisdom tooth is angled horizontally in comparison with the tooth adjacent to it. The tooth is typically sectioned into smaller pieces as it cannot be taken out in one piece.

Vertical Impaction: As its name suggests, this is a wisdom tooth is straight up relative to the adjacent tooth. This wisdom tooth a lot of times will not need to be section if it has enough room to be removed in one piece.

Mesioangular Impaction: This type of wisdom tooth is slanted towards the adjacent tooth, and will need to be sectioned to be completely removed.

Wisdom Teeth Removal Costs Without IV Sedation
Another major determining factor will be if the surgeon recommends placing the patient under intravenous sedation during the course of the procedure. If anxiety is not an issue, and you are looking to save some money, it may be prudent to have the procedure performed while you are awake. In this case, only a local anesthetic will be used to numb the teeth, and you will be fully awake while your wisdom teeth are being removed. You may be saving anywhere between $400-$1,200 if you decide to have your wisdom teeth removed without sedation.
Saving money seems to be on everyone’s mind these days. So if you need to have your wisdom teeth removed, and you want to save some money, having them extracted while you’re awake is certainly an option. Luckily, at the Wisdom Teeth Factory, our prices are much lower than anyone else in or around Houston. We charge a flat rate of $1,200 with IV Sedation. You will be hard pressed to find prices and costs lower than this anywhere across Houston, or the United States for that matter!
Average Prices of Wisdom Teeth Removal in and around Houston
The area where your wisdom teeth will be removed needs to be taken into consideration as well. Different areas in Houston charge different prices, so below we made a chart to help you make a decision what area might help you save some costs. As noted in the chart below, certain areas in and around Houston are less expensive than others:

Dental Insurance
Your dental insurance plan is certainly going to help you with the burden of the costs when it comes to getting your wisdom teeth removed. There are many plans out there. Some may cover the entire procedure including the sedation. Check with your dentist or surgeon to see exactly what your plan covers, and what your out of pocket expenses will be. Many times, the prices that you pay alongside your insurance plan are very low, which can lead to happy times at the dental office!
Call us today to learn more about the costs of wisdom teeth removal in the Houston area. We offer different payment plans, financing options, and monthly specials. You can also find our specials by following us on Facebook. We hope to see you soon!