Wisdom Teeth Removal at Family Dental Care Campbelltown

What are wisdom teeth?

Wisdom teeth, or third molars, usually erupt between the ages of 15 to 25. They do not always erupt properly when they decide to make an appearance, simply because they don’t have enough room in the mouth to accommodate them. They often try but cannot always fit and be in an ideal, upright position. It’s wise to get an early opinion from our dentists so you know if you’ll have a problem or not.

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How do I know they need to be removed
It isn’t wise to wait until wisdom teeth bother you. Early removal, as advised by our dentists, is generally recommended to avoid problems, such as an impacted tooth that can potentially destroy the tooth in front. At an early age, patients should be evaluated by one of our dentists, who can track third molar development with the help of x-rays. People with symptoms of impaction, such as pain, swelling and infection should have their wisdom teeth removed immediately. However, those with no symptoms can avoid the chance of ever suffering from the pain of impacted wisdom teeth or achieve better orthodontic treatment results, by having them removed. Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.

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What if I don’t have any wisdom tooth symptoms?
Teeth without any symptoms need to be assessed by our dentist to see if removal is necessary. Removal may reduce the chance of unexplained jaw/joint pain, may be needed to accommodate prosthetic appliances, or to avoid cavities, gum disease, and tumour development.

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