Your wisdom teeth erupt only in later life and tend to be exposed to a range of dental problems. Most people have four wisdom teeth, one in each corner of the mouth. Due to their late eruption and space-related issues in your mouth, these wisdom teeth can grow in an abnormal position. For instance, they can grow part out of the gum or grow into a neighbouring tooth. A tooth that grows in this way is also known as an impacted tooth. An impacted tooth results in various dental problems such as pain, infection, cysts or crowding of your teeth.
Wisdom Teeth Removal Christchurch
During one of your regular visits, our dentists will check and tell you if you have a wisdom tooth erupting and the condition of such a tooth. Once your condition has been carefully assessed, your dentist will advise if you need to have your wisdom tooth extracted.