Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Wisdom teeth are the third and last molars to develop during our lives. Our wisdom teeth emerge during the transition from childhood to adulthood when we are wiser. As a result, wisdom teeth got their moniker.
Our mouths can’t handle wisdom teeth due to a lack of space, leading to impaction. Wisdom teeth can develop sideways and damage surrounding teeth if they do not have enough room to grow. Tooth impaction and crowding can be excruciatingly painful. When this appears on X-rays, wisdom tooth extraction is recommended. Our dentists can assist you with this sort of extraction.
Types of Wisdom Teeth Impaction
- Mesial Impaction: Appears at an angle toward the next tooth (second molar).
- Vertical Impaction: Teeth that appear straight up or down like other teeth but stay trapped within the jawbone.
- Horizontal Impaction: It appears perpendicular to the other teeth as if the wisdom tooth is sideways within the jawbone.
- Distal Impaction: Appears at an angle toward the back of the mouth.
Impacted Wisdom Tooth Complications:
Untreated and complex wisdom teeth can create a variety of issues. That is why it is critical to monitor them and perform the extraction when necessary.
Wisdom teeth can cause the following problems:
- Pain or discomfort
- Tooth Infection
- Gum disease
- Tooth decay
- Damages Surrounding Bone
- Wisdom Tooth Cysts
- Causing other teeth to become crooked.
If you have a wisdom tooth, consult our dentist to discuss the best possible treatment.
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