Wisdom Teeth
What is Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Wisdom Tooth Extraction is characterised by a surgical procedure where one wisdom tooth or more than one wisdom teeth are removed. The four permanent teeth at your mouth’s top and bottom back corners are known as wisdom teeth. These teeth usually erupt during late teens, twenties or even older. Most people have four, while others have three to none.
Normally, the extraction of a wisdom tooth is done when there isn’t enough room for the tooth to grow. This is known as an impacted wisdom tooth, which can cause infection and pain as well as other oral problems. Removing wisdom teeth is usually performed by a specially trained dental professional. Wisdom tooth extraction should be performed as a preventative measure against future problems even if impacted teeth are not leading to problems.
When does a dentist perform Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Wisdom Tooth Extraction is performed if impacted teeth cause problems such as:
- Pain.
- Damage to the adjacent tooth.
- Wisdom tooth infection.
- Development of cyst around the tooth.
- Complications with orthodontic procedures.
- Damage to the surrounding bone.