ATTENTION VA BEACH PATIENTS:
Our new location is 837 First Colonial Road, VA Beach, VA 23451
That nagging ache at the back of your jaw is rarely something you can push out of your mind. For most people in their late teens and early twenties, it is the first sign that four extra teeth are trying to squeeze into a mouth that just doesn’t have room for them.
At Goodove Oral Surgery & Dental Implants, we have helped families throughout Hampton Roads navigate wisdom teeth removal for close to two decades. From our Virginia Beach and Chesapeake offices, both a short drive from Norfolk, our independent, hometown practice delivers the kind of personalized surgical care that has made us a trusted name for parents, students, and referring dentists across the region.
Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, are the last teeth to develop, typically emerging between the ages of 17 and 25. When they align properly with healthy gum tissue, they may never cause trouble. Unfortunately, that is the exception rather than the rule. The average mouth is built to hold 28 teeth, and when 32 try to fit, the results can include pain, crowding, and infection.
According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, nine out of 10 people have at least one impacted wisdom tooth, meaning the tooth lacks the room to erupt normally. Impacted teeth can grow sideways, partially emerge through the gum, or remain trapped beneath bone. Left untreated, they can damage neighboring teeth, invite gum disease, and even form cysts around the trapped tooth.
It is also important to remember that pain-free does not mean problem-free. Some impacted wisdom teeth cause no symptoms at all and are only discovered on an X-ray. That is why we encourage Norfolk-area patients to have their wisdom teeth evaluated in their mid-teenage years, when early treatment leads to easier surgery and faster healing.
Your care begins with a thorough consultation. Using an oral examination and advanced imaging, including cone beam CT technology, our doctors evaluate the exact position of your wisdom teeth and predict whether present or future problems are likely. This precise planning allows us to recommend the approach that is safest and most comfortable for you.
Oral surgeons are uniquely trained to administer their own anesthesia, and our doctors hold the training, licensing, and experience to offer several options for your procedure. Before your surgery, we will walk you through every choice so you feel fully informed and at ease.
Our patients can typically choose from the following anesthesia options:
Whichever option you select, our highly trained surgical staff monitors you closely during and after surgery, and every member of our team is CPR certified. From a friendly hand to hold to a warm blanket or even playing your favorite song during your procedure, we go the extra step to create a genuinely caring environment.
Plenty of practices remove wisdom teeth. What sets us apart is who we are and how we treat the people who walk through our doors.
Goodove Oral Surgery is an independent, community-focused practice by choice, which means our doctors have the flexibility to make decisions based on what is best for each patient and family rather than a distant corporate office. That independence translates into direct access to your surgeon, continuity of care, and a team committed to building lasting relationships within the community we serve.
Dr. Scott Goodove has a special passion for caring for local teens and young adults, and he is grateful to the many parents who trust him to provide a safe, comfortable experience for their children. Dr. Peter Zagursky brings the discipline of 21.5 years of U.S. Army service, where he retired as a Colonel, to every procedure he performs. Our doctors also hold operating privileges at several local hospitals, so patients with special medical or anesthetic needs can be treated in the setting that is right for them. We never take risks in the office that belong in a hospital, and our track record reflects that philosophy.
We also work hard to make care affordable and convenient. Our team works hand in hand with you to maximize your benefits across the many insurance plans we accept, including major PPO plans, TRICARE, and VA coverage, with CareCredit and Cherry financing available as well. After your procedure, our detailed wisdom tooth removal aftercare instructions guide you through a smooth recovery, and our doctors remain accessible if any questions come up along the way.
If you or your child needs wisdom tooth removal near Norfolk, you deserve a surgical team that combines advanced training with a hometown touch. Many families schedule consultations in the spring so surgery can take place over summer break, giving students plenty of time to recover before classes resume. Whatever your timeline, early evaluation gives you the most options and the smoothest path forward.
Our Virginia Beach and Chesapeake offices both welcome patients from Norfolk and the surrounding communities. Contact our team today to schedule your consultation and experience the personalized, compassionate care that has defined our practice for more than 17 years.
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Friday: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
