Wisdom teeth, also called the third molars, are the last teeth to develop. They exhibit a wide variety of shapes and sizes depending on the individual. They are positioned at the extreme rear of the mouth behind the molars. It is possible that one or more of these teeth are absent. In fact, the lack of wisdom teeth is becoming more and more common these days. The evolution of the food eaten would be one of the causes for this phenomenon. Wisdom teeth erupt in late adolescence, and root formation ends during the twenties. When pain or discomfort arises, wisdom teeth extraction is a must.
Lack of space
A normal mouth has 32 teeth (16 in the upper jaw and 16 in the lower jaw). For most people, the space available is insufficient to allow these teeth to erupt normally. In case there is not enough space between the molars and the jawbone, the wisdom tooth abuts against the crown of these molars and causes inflammation or bleeding. If the wisdom tooth is under the gum because of a lack of space, or if it is partially visible in the mouth, surgery may also be needed.
In addition, it is possible that there is enough space in the mouth, but the tooth is angled in such a way that its eruption is not possible. For example, a tooth in a horizontal position may not erupt. Exceptionally, it happens that a wisdom tooth will not erupt because its position is completely reversed. That is to say the roots are pointing upward and the crown is buried deep in the bone.
Why remove them?
There are many reasons for the extraction of wisdom teeth.
- As part of orthodontic treatment where there is not enough space in the dental arch, it is recommended to undergo Wisdom Teeth Extraction to allow the alignment of other teeth.
- Semi-impacted teeth are difficult to access and therefore impossible to clean properly. Bacteria and remaining food particles can cause many problems, including tooth decay.
Impacted teeth increase the chances of developing a cyst or benign tumor. These teeth may cause localized diseases of the gum and bone surrounding the teeth if they are not properly cared for. For more information, contact Business name Today.
