Everyone grows wisdom teeth. They usually grow in during a person’s 20s, but in some cases, they grow out early, and in others, they grow later. Still, the question remains the same, “Is it necessary to get your wisdom teeth removed?”
When Is Wisdom Teeth Removal Not Necessary
Wisdom teeth are situated in the back of the mouth. They are also known as the third molars. Wisdom teeth removal is not for everyone. If your third molars are healthy, they have fully erupted, are perfectly positioned for biting against your opposing teeth, and it is easy for you to maintain their daily hygiene, you might not need wisdom teeth removal.
When to Get Your Wisdom Teeth Removed
In most cases, wisdom teeth need to be removed when their alignment hurts the other teeth. Many other reasons may cause you to have your third molars removed, including:
· If they have grown in multiple directions. In some cases, they even start growing horizontally, which damages your other teeth. Your wisdom teeth can sometimes even rot inside your mouth.
· In some cases, the third molar remains hidden inside the jaw. This situation is dangerous because the tooth can get infected or a cyst may form inside your jaw. This cyst may infect other teeth’s roots. Consequently, the bone support might weaken.
· If it becomes very difficult to maintain daily oral hygiene because the wisdom teeth are farther back inside the mouth. The wisdom teeth become a passageway for bacteria, which can result in gum disease and oral infection.
· If the wisdom teeth grow crooked, the nearby teeth might also get affected. They may damage the alignment of your teeth and overcrowd your teeth.
There is no doubt that in some instances, it is very important to get your wisdom teeth removed because they might damage the alignment of other teeth. If not paid close attention to, the issue can worsen with time. You might experience severe pain, repeated infections, cysts, gum diseases and extensive tooth decay.
When you feel it may be time to have your wisdom teeth removed, you should always consult a dentist for better assistance. The dentist will tell you whether you even need the extraction or are fine without it.
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