WhatIsWisdomTooth

Wisdomteetharethethirdandfinalsetofmolarsthatdevelopinthebackofthe mouth.These usually emerge during the age of 17 to 21 these tooth do not fully grow and cause crowding, discomfort, and other dental problems.And in other cases they are partially impacted and can cause pain, infection, and difficulty cleaning.Impacted is a term used to describe a tooth that is prevented from fully growing into their proper position due to physical obstacle such as another tooth,gumtissue,orjawbone.

Insomecases,theyarefullyimpacted,meaningtheyarecompletelysurrounded by the jawbone and gum tissue, which can lead to cyst, tumor, or damage to surrounding teeth and jaw. In these cases wisdom tooth removal may be recommended.This procedure is typically performed under local or general anesthesia.