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Wisdom Teeth: Understanding, Causes, Treatment, and More
Wisdom teeth are the last set of molars at the back of the mouth. They typically appear between the ages of 17 and 25. For most people, these teeth pose no problems, but sometimes they can be the cause of pain and dental problems. At Dr. Gowd’s Dental Clinic, we help evaluate and manage issues with wisdom teeth under professional care.
What Are Wisdom Teeth?
Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the last set of teeth to erupt. They usually appear in late teens or early twenties when the jaw is already fully grown. They are located at the back of the upper and lower jaws, and their function was once to aid in chewing hard plant materials.
Causes of Wisdom Teeth Problems
- Lack of Space: The modern jaw is smaller than that of our ancestors, often leaving insufficient space for wisdom teeth to fully emerge.
- Impaction: When there is a lack of space, the wisdom teeth may end up being impacted. This simply means that they are trapped beneath the gum or growing at an angle.
- Infection and Decay: Because of the back position, cleaning is a problem. Infections, cavities, or gum disease can be the results.
- Crowding of Teeth: In some cases, the pushing on adjacent teeth will cause pain or shift the position of the other teeth.
Types of Wisdom Teeth Problems
- Impacted Wisdom Teeth: These are teeth that cannot fully come out of the gum line. The impacted teeth may be partially or completely lodged in the jaw and cause pain, swelling, and infection.
- Partially Erupted Wisdom Teeth: Sometimes, wisdom teeth come partially out, and a gap may be left to trap food and bacteria, causing infection.
- Infected Wisdom Teeth: When bacteria infect the gums that support the wisdom teeth, this could lead to swelling, pain, and gum infection.
- Overcrowding: Pushing other teeth can make wisdom teeth potentially crowding them as well as causing malalignment in other teeth.
Before and After Wisdom Teeth
Treatments for Wisdom Teeth
- Monitoring: In some instances, wisdom teeth do not create immediate problems and would only need constant monitoring through periodical checkups.
- Extraction: In case wisdom teeth become problematic, removal might be advised. It is usually done when there is impaction, infection, or overcrowding. The procedure is carried out under local anesthesia; however, the use of sedation is possible in some cases.
- Pain Management: Pain relievers may help manage symptoms if the case is mild until a dental solution is found.
- Post-Operative Care: After the extraction, we guide them with proper recovery techniques, such as how to control pain, avoid infection, and have a soft food diet while recovering.
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Last Reviewed on 28/01/2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most common question that raised in patients
Why do wisdom teeth need to be extracted?
Wisdom teeth should be removed if they are impacted, infected, or cause overcrowding and discomfort in the mouth.
What if I don't have my wisdom teeth removed?
Impacted wisdom teeth are not treated can cause infections, pain, and can also damage the adjacent teeth or jawbone.
How do I know if my wisdom teeth are impacted?
Some symptoms of impacted wisdom teeth are pain, swelling, and a patient is unable to open the mouth. A dentist can confirm with the help of X-rays.
What is recovery after removal of the wisdom teeth?
Recovery usually involves rest, managing pain with medication, and following aftercare instructions for a week or two.
Can wisdom teeth grow without causing any problems?
Yes, some people have wisdom teeth that emerge fully and function normally without causing pain or other issues.
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