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Impacted Teeth Removal

What is a Impacted Teeth Removal?

Impacted teeth removal refers to the surgical procedure performed by a dentist or oral surgeon to extract a tooth that is unable to fully emerge (erupt) into its proper position within the dental arch. When a tooth is impacted, it remains partially or completely submerged beneath the gum line and may be blocked by other teeth or obstacles in its path. The most common type of impacted teeth are wisdom teeth (third molars), but other teeth can become impacted as well.

Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom teeth are the most commonly impacted teeth. They typically start to emerge in late adolescence or early adulthood. Due to limited space in the back of the mouth, wisdom teeth often become impacted, leading to various issues such as pain, infection, and damage to adjacent teeth.

Why Impacted Teeth Removal recommended?

Impacted teeth removal, particularly the removal of impacted wisdom teeth (third molars), is recommended for several reasons when these teeth are causing dental problems or potential complications.

Pain and Discomfort

Impacted teeth can cause significant pain and discomfort. This discomfort can be intermittent or chronic, depending on the degree of impaction and whether inflammation or infection occurs around the tooth.

Infection

Impacted teeth are more prone to infection because they are partially or fully covered by gum tissue, creating a pocket where bacteria can accumulate.

Damage to Adjacent Teeth

Impacted teeth can exert pressure on the adjacent teeth, leading to crowding, shifting, or misalignment of the dental arch.

Cysts and Tumors

In rare cases, impacted teeth can contribute to the development of cysts or tumors in the jawbone. These growths can be benign or, in rare instances, malignant.

FAQ's

Impacted teeth are teeth that are unable to fully emerge (erupt) into their proper position within the dental arch. This often occurs due to lack of space or obstruction by other teeth.

The most commonly impacted teeth are the third molars, also known as wisdom teeth. However, other teeth, such as canines or premolars, can also become impacted.

Impacted teeth removal is recommended when impacted teeth cause pain, discomfort, infection, damage to adjacent teeth, cyst or tumor development, difficulty in cleaning, or orthodontic problems. Removal may also be preventive in some cases.

The procedure varies depending on the tooth's position and degree of impaction. Simple extractions involve elevating the tooth and using forceps for removal, while surgical extractions may require gum incisions and bone removal.

Dentists typically use local anesthesia to numb the extraction site, ensuring that patients do not feel pain during the procedure. Afterward, patients may experience some discomfort, which can be managed with pain medications as prescribed.

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