Wisdom Teeth Removal in Cottonwood Heights UT

At Van Leeuwen Dental, your comfort and confidence are our top priorities—especially when it comes to something like wisdom teeth removal in Cottonwood Heights UT. That’s why we partner with Dr. Clay Van Leeuwen, a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, to bring expert care directly to our office.

Dr. Van Leeuwen travels from Fairbanks, Alaska to our practice 1–2 times a year to provide wisdom teeth extractions under oral sedation, allowing patients to undergo the procedure in a familiar, supportive environment.

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Why Remove Wisdom Teeth in Cottonwood Heights UT?

Wisdom teeth often don’t have enough room to fully come in, which
can lead to:

• Impaction (teeth stuck beneath the gums)
• Pain or swelling
• Infection risk
• Shifting or crowding of your other teeth

Even if your wisdom teeth aren’t currently causing pain, they may be affecting your oral health—and removing them early can prevent future problems.

We understand that the idea of surgery can be intimidating, but we’re here to make the process as comfortable, safe, and stress-free as possible. Oral sedation is a great option that helps you relax while remaining conscious, and our team will be by your side from start to finish. We’re also focused on a fast recovery and will provide detailed aftercare instructions to support healing every step of the way.

Have questions about whether it’s time to get your wisdom teeth out? Give us a call—we’re happy to help.

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Meet Dr. Clay Van Leeuwen, DMD, MD

Dr. Clay Van Leeuwen was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. He earned his undergraduate degree in medical biology from the University of Utah before attending Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine, where he graduated at the top of his class.

Following dental school, he went on to earn his medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, where he also completed:

• A year of general surgery training, with rotations in trauma, neurosurgery, head and neck surgery, and plastic/reconstructive surgery
• A residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, where he served as Chief Resident in his final year

Dr. Van Leeuwen’s training covers the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery, including:

• Wisdom tooth removal
• Dental implants (including All-on-4®)
• TMJ disorders
• Sleep apnea surgery
• Head and neck pathology
• Facial trauma, reconstruction, and cosmetic surgery

He also received extensive training in anesthesia in both hospital and outpatient settings and is licensed to provide general anesthesia in Utah, Alaska, and Nevada