REASONS FOR WISDOM TOOTH EXTRACTION

There are several reasons that may suggest extraction of wisdom teeth, either single or combined. A dental X-ray is needed to understand how these molars will affect your teeth. It’s best to have this checked in late adolescence, as it can help with fewer complications later on.

• There isn’t enough room:: Sometimes, there isn’t enough room for all those teeth! Your wisdom teeth are your last teeth to erupt and it can be difficult to have enough space in your jaw. If your jaw begins to curve where your wisdom teeth will develop, there probably isn’t enough room.
• Impacted teeth: Usually, when wisdom teeth erupt, they can affect the surrounding teeth. This is especially true when there is not enough space. The wisdom teeth will still be pushed forward to grow into their position. However, depending on how this is shaped, it can strain other molars in your mouth. They can also become trapped, causing pain and discomfort in the gums and jaw.
• Gum disease and cavities: Wisdom teeth lie far behind your gum line, making it a hard to reach and clean spot. They can also come too close to your molars, pushing them off, or coming at an angle that makes brushing and flossing difficult. When this is left to circumstances, patients may find they begin to develop cavities and gum disease. You need to remove them to allow proper oral hygiene.

You should have an oral examination by our clinic to determine whether it is time for wisdom teeth to be extracted. You can book now or visit us.