Your wisdom teeth, also known as the third molars, are the last teeth to come in, typically emerging in your late teens or early twenties. For many patients, there simply isn’t enough room in the jaw to accommodate these latecomers, leading to a range of oral health problems. At White Tulips Dentistry, we take a conservative approach, extracting only problematic wisdom teeth or those that have the potential to cause problems. We strive to ensure you are comfortable at every step. We invite you to contact our practice in Frisco to get started today.
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When Would Your Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Extracted?
The following are some of the reasons that you may need to have your wisdom teeth extracted:
- Impacted Teeth: Impacted wisdom teeth that cannot emerge through the gum or bone can lead to complications, including pain, infection, cysts, damage to the neighboring teeth, bone loss, and even tooth loss.
- Partial Eruption: A wisdom tooth that’s partially erupted can leave a flap of gum tissue that can often trap food and bacteria, leading to a painful inflammatory condition called pericoronitis, as well as localized infection and decay.
- Crowding: If the jaw is not large enough to accommodate your third molars, they may grow at odd angles, pushing your remaining teeth out of alignment, and can also undo previous orthodontic work.
- Persistent Pain or Swelling: Chronic discomfort in the back of the mouth often indicates that the teeth are putting pressure on nerves or causing inflammation in the surrounding gum tissue.
- Decay and Infection: Because the wisdom teeth are located at the very back of the mouth, they are often challenging to clean effectively, making them highly susceptible to decay, gum disease, and infection.
- Sinus Issues: In some cases, the roots of the upper wisdom teeth can press against the sinuses, leading to sinus pain, pressure, or congestion.
- Potential for Problems: Dr. Bagheri may recommend the extraction of a wisdom tooth if it poses a risk of causing future complications.
Other Reasons a Tooth May Need to Be Extracted
At White Tulips Dentistry, our priority is always to save a damaged tooth whenever possible. However, there are times when a tooth is damaged beyond repair, necessitating its extraction. Other reasons Dr. Bagheri may recommend having a tooth extracted include extensive decay, advanced gum disease that has compromised the structures supporting a tooth, or a tooth fracture that is not restorable, especially one that extends vertically beneath the gumline. We may also recommend selective tooth extractions as a component of an orthodontic treatment plan to make room for your teeth to shift into alignment.
What Is Socket Preservation?
After removing a tooth, the underlying bone begins to shrink and resorb. Depending on the location of the tooth, Dr. Bagheri may recommend a bone grafting procedure known as socket preservation. The procedure involves placing a bone graft in the tooth’s socket right after extraction. Socket preservation helps prevent complications during healing, such as dry socket, and maintains your jawbone volume and your natural facial contours. It also ensures the success and comfort of future tooth replacement options, such as dental implants.
Wisdom Teeth Extractions Near Me in Frisco, TX
If you or your teen needs wisdom teeth extraction, we are here to help. Dr. Bagheri and her patient-centered team are committed to providing exceptional, compassionate care you can trust. We strive to provide you with the best possible patient experience.
Call us at 469-592-6282 or book your appointment online today.
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