Wisdom Tooth Removal
Wisdom teeth are so called because they occur at a later stage in our oral development, typically between the ages of 16 and 26.
When they begin to emerge, they can present themselves in a form that is of little impact or inconvenience to the individual. However, in many cases, they are the cause of a variety of problems both in terms of their initial discomfort and in the overall impact on the structure and composition of the mouth.
Wisdom teeth, otherwise known as the ‘third molars’ can become a problem, as they contribute to an overcrowding of the mouth in terms of the jawbone and tooth structure, and the subsequent effect causes a gradual movement and shifting of teeth into an unnatural position, causing weakness and instability.
Impacted wisdom teeth are a cause for concern as they present themselves in a way that is only partially erupted. Subsequently they can become stuck or trapped within the jaw.
Over a period of time this can result in a wealth of problems including:
- Damage/ destruction of adjacent teeth
- Infection within the gum and jawbone
- Formation of cysts
- Headaches and other facial pain
