

Wisdom teeth, our third molars, generally grow when you are between the age of 17-25. While it is a bit painful for a tooth to erupt from completely developed gums, they provided a lot of support when humans had a lot of hard and raw food. Today, with reduced mouth space, the third molars are not helping humans much, and it's better to get them extracted if they are causing problems.
Dentists provide wisdom teeth removal in Calgary weigh factors that decide whether extraction is needed. If a wisdom tooth has enough space and grows in an ideal position, extraction is unnecessary. But it needs to be removed if any of the following factors are present with the growth of wisdom teeth:
Incorrect placement of wisdom teeth
Sufficient space is vital for wisdom teeth to grow fully and not cause any damage to the dental structure. Due to lack of space, wisdom teeth grow diagonally, which can affect the natural bite of your teeth. You get 4 wisdom teeth; if they are misaligned, they give rise to other dental problems. Hence, wisdom teeth extraction Calgary NE is the only solution.
Wisdom teeth impaction
Sometimes lack of space can cause wisdom teeth impaction. While there are other reasons, too, impacted wisdom teeth get stuck in bone or gum tissue. It can be possible for wisdom teeth to grow at 180 degrees, and the growth is invisible. This can make it difficult for patients to understand the reason behind pain; hence, the damage increases. Timely diagnosis can help prevent damage to your entire bite.
Damage to the adjacent teeth
Wisdom teeth that are horizontally positioned or stuck in gums angled towards the second molar can put considerable pressure on the adjacent teeth. With time this pressure can damage and cause cavities and infection in the adjacent teeth. Misaligned wisdom teeth will also slowly change the position of other teeth due to the pressure they put on the bite.
Hampers the jaw functions
The position and placement of wisdom teeth can slowly affect jaw functions. It is the closest tooth to the jaw, and it causes stiffness and pain. With time, the stiffness can restrict jaw opening and might even lead to a slight shift in the position of the jaw joint.
Issues with sinus
The sinus is quite close to your upper jaw. When the growth of upper wisdom teeth hampers the upper jaw, it is quite a possibility for it to affect the sinuses. It can cause pain, pressure, and congestion of the sinus.
Sensitivity and pain
Pain is a common symptom of every dental problem. But the pain of wisdom teeth is not limited to the dental area. Problems with wisdom teeth can lead to head, neck, shoulder, and back muscle pain. It even causes fever during the growth process and can be distressing. It even leads to teeth sensitivity of adjacent teeth.
Oral cysts
Getting cysts when the wisdom teeth have not fully grown or have impaction is very common. If left untreated, it affects the gums and jaw and causes more discomfort and pain. These cysts are fluid-filled sacs around the wisdom teeth and can affect nearby teeth too.
Infected wisdom teeth
Cleaning wisdom teeth is difficult as it’s the last molar due to being generally placed in a complicated position. Due to a lack of proper care, wisdom teeth are likely to be infected and get cavities. Wisdom teeth removal Calgary is a great way to prevent any damage wisdom teeth can cause.
Getting your wisdom teeth extraction Calgary NE can significantly help if you suffer from immense pain and discomfort caused due to the third molar. A dentist needs a lot of experience and precision to remove wisdom teeth without damaging the nerves, jaw, and other dental structures. CHV Dental provides an effective solution to help you achieve a pain-free smile and elevate your oral health today.





