Why have your wisdom teeth removed here?

Having your wisdom teeth out is a big day, and where you have it done matters. When you choose Sonoran Desert Dentistry, you get:

• No referral across town. You don’t have to find a new office, fill out new paperwork, or meet a new staff. Your care stays under one roof in North Scottsdale.
• Your records and X-rays in one place. Your dentist and Dr. Woodmansee see the same images and health history, so nothing gets lost between offices.
• A team you already know. The friendly faces at the front desk and in the chair are the same ones you see at every checkup.
• Care that’s coordinated for you. Your own dentist can spot a wisdom tooth concern at a routine visit, talk with Dr. Woodmansee, and stay involved through your follow-up.

Our patients trust us with their smiles every day. Dr. Woodmansee brings that same five-star experience to wisdom teeth removal. He's calm, clear, and kind, and he takes time to make sure you and your family feel informed and at ease.

Meet Dr. Woodmansee

Dr. Woodmansee is a general dentist with advanced training who focuses exclusively on wisdom teeth removal and IV sedation. He has been part of our team since 2019.

• Graduated in the top 5% of his class at both Arizona State University and Midwestern University (DMD)
• Completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency with the United States Air Force, earning the title of Advanced Clinical Dentist during 9 years of military service
• Holds the College of Sedation in Dentistry Master Certification from the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology (ADSA)
• A certified American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) instructor who has taught more than 75 nurses, physicians, and dentists
• Named a PHOENIX magazine Top Dentist every year from 2019 to 2026, as voted by Phoenix-area dentists
• Recipient of the United States Air Force Achievement Medal

As a fellow Air Force veteran, Dr. Woodmansee fits right in at our veteran-owned practice. We share his commitment to service, preparation, and doing things the right way.

Dr. Woodmansee’s approach: three parts for a better experience

1. Wisdom tooth removal

Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are the last teeth to develop. Most mouths don't have enough room for them to come in properly. When they get stuck under the gum or bone, they're called impacted. Impacted wisdom teeth can lead to pain, swelling, infection, and trouble keeping the back teeth clean. Dr. Woodmansee reviews your X-rays with you and explains whether yours should come out and why. If they're healthy and can stay, he'll tell you that too.

2. Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF)

To support your recovery, Dr. Woodmansee can use platelet-rich fibrin, or PRF. It's made from a small sample of your own blood. Your platelets are rich in natural growth factors, and PRF places them right where you're healing. PRF is clinically proven to enhance healing. Because it comes from your own body, it's a natural addition to your care.

3. IV sedation

IV sedation helps most patients feel relaxed and comfortable throughout the procedure. Giving the medication through an IV lets Dr. Woodmansee carefully control and adjust your sedation level as he goes, making it a highly predictable way to reduce anxiety, awareness, and memory of the procedure. Most patients remember little of the appointment. Your breathing, heart rate, and oxygen levels are monitored the entire time.

What to expect

Your consultation

We review your X-rays, health history, and medications, answer your questions, and go over your estimate and insurance benefits before you schedule.

Before your visit

You'll receive written instructions, including when to stop eating and drinking before your appointment. Please follow Dr. Woodmansee's instructions exactly. Plan for a responsible adult to drive you to and from your appointment and stay with you afterward. You won't be able to drive or go home alone after IV sedation.

The day of

A small IV is placed, usually in your arm or hand, and you'll begin to relax within minutes. Once you're comfortable, the area is numbed and your wisdom teeth are removed. Most patients are in the office for about 90 minutes.

Afterward

You'll rest with us until you're ready to go home with your driver. Your driver will receive written aftercare instructions. Plan to take the rest of the day easy.

Recovery basics

• The first day: Some bleeding and oozing is normal. Bite gently on gauze as directed and rest with your head raised.
• Swelling: It usually peaks around day two or three, then improves. Cold packs on your cheeks during the first day or two help.
• Comfort: Follow the medication plan Dr. Woodmansee gives you. Most patients manage soreness well.
• Food: Start with cool, soft foods such as yogurt, applesauce, mashed potatoes, and lukewarm soup. Avoid crunchy, spicy, or seedy foods until you’re cleared.
• Protect the healing sites: For the first several days, don’t use straws, smoke, vape, or spit forcefully.
• Back to normal: Many patients return to school or desk work within a few days.

Call us at (480) 439-0117 if you have bleeding that won't stop with pressure, a fever, or swelling or pain that gets worse after the third day.