An impacted wisdom tooth refers to a tooth that did not fully emerge into its ideal position. Most of the people experiencing this problem do not have enough space in the jaw for the wisdom tooth to erupt, thus leading it to be stuck in the jaw.
Food trapped is the most common problem for an impacted wisdom tooth. When food gets trapped around an impacted wisdom tooth and it cannot be cleaned properly, it will lead to infection and swelling in the gums. Pain starts to kick in and the tooth adjacent to the wisdom tooth may be affected and develop decay.
If you have any above-mentioned problems with wisdom teeth, we recommend you consult a dentist and consider removing them to prevent more problems to arise in the future.
Through a thorough examination conducted and X-rays taken, patients get to understand their current dental condition, and our dentists can recommend suitable treatment options.