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Prevent Crowding and Misalignment of Surrounding Teeth Reduce the Risk of Gum Infections and Decay Alleviate Headaches and Jaw Pain Minimize the Risk of Cysts and Tumors Promote Proper Teeth Alignment and Bite Functionality
Before oral hygiene became a priority, it was more common for people to lose a few teeth by the time they entered their late teen or early adult years. At that time, the third molars, more commonly called the wisdom teeth, would erupt. Now, many of us tend to take much better care of our teeth and actually don’t have space for these additional molars. To prevent overcrowding and infection, we may need to remove the wisdom teeth. If this is the case for you or your child, Dr. Timmerman and our team will do everything we can to guarantee patient comfort throughout wisdom tooth extractions in Tukwila, WA.
Insufficient space in the oral cavity for the complete eruption of third molars can lead to various complications. It is advisable to extract impacted wisdom teeth before their roots are fully formed, which can occur as early as 12 or 13 years old for some individuals, while others may experience this later in their early twenties. The likelihood of encountering problems tends to rise after the age of 30. Failing to remove your wisdom teeth can result in a range of potential issues.
Pericoronitis, a localized gum infection, is the most common clinical issue observed. Insufficient space for complete tooth eruption can lead to irritation and infection of the gum tissue surrounding the wisdom tooth. This, in turn, causes recurring pain, swelling, and difficulties with chewing and swallowing.
Non-communicable illnesses can also occur due to an impacted wisdom tooth. Cysts, which are fluid-filled sacs within the jaw bone, can develop and gradually expand, causing damage to nearby jaw bone and sometimes teeth. Treating these cysts can be challenging if wisdom teeth are not extracted during adolescence. While uncommon, tumors can be linked to the delayed removal of wisdom teeth.
The presence of impacted wisdom teeth can potentially lead to the overcrowding of your teeth, particularly the lower front teeth. This occurrence is frequently observed after a patient has undergone orthodontic treatment. Several factors can cause teeth to become crowded after braces or during early adulthood, with retained impacted wisdom teeth being one of them. The primary reason for their removal, unless there is an ongoing issue, is to safeguard your teeth, gums, and jaw bone from long-term damage.
Insufficient space for cleaning around the wisdom tooth may lead to negative consequences for the adjacent tooth, specifically the second molar. These consequences can include gum disease, bone loss around the tooth, and/or decay.
As with any other tooth extraction, the aftermath of your wisdom teeth extraction matters. After all, it is a surgical procedure! You need to be sure to heal properly, or you could develop a painful infection called dry socket. Here are some tips to help you have a healthier recovery:
Born and raised in Kirkland, Dr. Timmerman believes that a true dentist is also an artist, and he even displays works of art in our dental office (including a sculpture he made with his own hands) to demonstrate his aesthetic-minded eye.
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