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Posted on 6/23/2018 by Dr. Franco |
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![]() When your wisdom teeth are impacted, they have to be surgically removed. Otherwise, they can cause a number of issues. But what does it mean when a tooth is impacted? Impacted Tooth DefinedWhen your permanent teeth come in, they erupt through the gum line and grow straight upward. With your wisdom teeth, though, there's not always enough room for the tooth to do that. Instead of coming in straight, they go sidewise. The tooth, then impacts or runs into the back tooth. Types if Impacted TeethThere are a few different types of impacted wisdom teeth:
All of these types of impacts can be very serious. They can push your other teeth out of alignment, making it difficult or even painful to eat or close your mouth. They can also leave your mouth open to infection, gum disease, and other issues. It's even possible for impacted wisdom teeth to lead to cysts or tumors. What to Do If you believe you have an impacted wisdom tooth, you need to call us as soon as you can to set up an appointment. Without doing X-rays, it can be impossible to tell what type of impacted teeth you have or what types of issues they're causing. Don't hesitate-the longer these impacted teeth are there, the worse the situation can become. |
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