Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Wisdom teeth are the third molars present at the back of your mouth. Sometimes, they become impacted and do not have enough room to emerge and develop normally. It can cause pain, damage to neighboring teeth, and other dental problems. Located at the back of your mouth, cleaning them sometimes becomes tough. This can make them a site for decay and bacterial growth.
In some cases, impacted wisdom teeth might not cause any issues early, but it will make the person suffer lifelong. If your wisdom teeth are impacted, surgical extractions are the only way to get rid of them. Sometimes, your dentist in Miami, FL, might also suggest removing your wisdom tooth even if it is not causing any problems to save you from any future dental issues.
What are the symptoms that you have impacted wisdom teeth?
Impacted wisdom teeth do not always come with symptoms. However, when an impacted wisdom tooth becomes infected, it can cause pain and damage to nearby teeth and several other dental problems. Some signs that you might have impacted wisdom teeth are:
- Tender, red, bleeding, and swollen gums
- Pain and swelling around the jaw area
- Bad breath
- Foul taste in your mouth
- You might find it difficult to open your mouth
If you notice these signs, visit your dentist, Dr. Bravo, at DB Dental Care immediately. She will thoroughly examine your last molars and let you know if they are impacted.
What are issues caused by impacted wisdom teeth?
Impacted wisdom teeth can cause several issues in your mouth, like:
- It can come out at weird angles and push neighboring teeth. The pressure can cause teeth crowding issues. Also, the impacted teeth are at a higher risk of infection.
- A sac filled with fluid and bacteria might develop in your gums at the site of impacted wisdom teeth. This happens when you are unable to clean the concerned area properly. It can lead to gum diseases and jawbone erosion. You might have to remove your gum tissues and bone if not addressed early.
- The partially impacted teeth are at a higher risk of decay than the others. This primarily occurs because the impacted wisdom teeth are very tough to clean.
- The difficulty in cleaning the teeth can develop a painful and inflammatory gum condition called pericoronitis.
Are you looking for effective ways to eliminate your impacted wisdom teeth? Contact our dental office in Miami, FL. You can call us at (786) 418-6757 to talk to our experienced dentist Dr. Bravo. At DB Dental Care, we will discuss all the available treatment options and choose the best one suiting your needs.