Wisdom Teeth Removal
When your wisdom teeth align properly and gum tissue is healthy, wisdom teeth do not have to be removed. Unfortunately, this does not always happen.
The removal of wisdom teeth is necessary when your wisdom teeth are prevented from properly erupting within the mouth. They may grow sideways, partially emerge from the gum and even remain trapped (impacted) beneath the gum and bone.
Impacted teeth may take many positions in the bone as they attempt to find a pathway that will allow them to erupt successfully.
Removal of wisdom teeth will help to eliminate the problems associated with impacted wisdom teeth, such as:
- Bacteria and plaque build-up,
- Infection and jaw and gum disease
- Crowding of mouth and pushing straight teeth out of alignment
- Development of cysts
Please ask the team at Cooper Street Dental if you have any queries or concerns.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding with a surgical or invasive procedure, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.