Wisdom teeth, sometimes called third molars, usually come out into the mouth between the ages of 17 and 21 years old. There are four wisdom teeth in total.

Often there is not enough space for wisdom teeth to come through, and they can impact on nearby teeth as the wisdom tooth pushes into them. Impaction of wisdom teeth is a common problem when there is not enough space for them to come through. In some cases, the best outcome for your oral health is to extract the wisdom teeth completely.

They can also very difficult to clean, being so far back in your mouth. Decay is not uncommon, even when all the other teeth are fine.

Damage to neighbouring teeth can mean that you lose more than just the wisdom tooth if it is not taken out in time.

The X-ray above shows an impacted wisdom tooth that has destroyed the second molar tooth. This could have been avoided if the wisdom tooth removal was done earlier.

DO I NEED TO HAVE A WISDOM TOOTH REMOVED?

Not every wisdom tooth requires removal. However, not experiencing pain does not necessarily mean that they are okay to stay in. Your dentist will advise on your particular situation, however impacted wisdom teeth tend to get worse, not better, over time. Luckily, if you are in need of a wisdom teeth extraction, Every Smile Dental are conveniently located to provide treatment and care in Marrickville and surrounding suburbs incorporating communities such as Tempe and Newtown.

What happens if I do not remove my wisdom teeth?

Possible problems include:

  • Pain
  • Infection
  • Formation of cysts
  • Damage to neighbouring teeth due to infection or resorption of neighbouring teeth
  • Orthodontic issues with movement of neighbouring teeth

There are many options for the removal of wisdom teeth that we will discuss with you depending on your circumstances.

DO I NEED TO GO TO A HOSPITAL TO HAVE MY WISDOM TEETH REMOVED?

In some cases, it is best to have impacted wisdom teeth removed in the hospital setting under general anaesthetic by oral and maxillofacial surgeons, so you are completely unconscious. However, often they can be removed in the dental chair in the same way as other teeth can be extracted in the dental chair. We can advise on the best option for the removal of your wisdom teeth.

Contact us for wisdom teeth removal

Are your wisdom teeth giving you trouble? At Every Smile Dental, our experienced team specialise in wisdom teeth removal. If your wisdom teeth are causing you pain and discomfort, call our clinic in Marrickville on (02) 8021 6607 and let one our accomplished dentists treat you today.