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Reasons to Remove Wisdom Teeth

Common reasons for wisdom teeth removal include impaction, pain and crowding of the other teeth.

If wisdom teeth are not visible, they are impacted or unable to erupt due to space and size limitations. Impacted teeth don't have enough room to grow and will lay beneath the gums, which may or may not be a problem.

Pain and tooth crowding are also top wisdom teeth problems. Complications also can arise when wisdom teeth partially erupt. The broken gum acts as a breeding ground for bacteria.

When wisdom teeth partially erupt, food can get caught in the gums and may cause an infection, swelling, growth of a tumor or cyst, and pain. If this happens, consult your dentist before problems worsen and affect overall oral health.

If your wisdom teeth have erupted, the key to preserving them is maintaining good oral health by brushing twice a day and seeing your dentist twice a year.