An impacted wisdom tooth is a tooth that doesn’t have enough room to fully erupt into the mouth. It may remain completely below the gums or only partially come through.
Impacted wisdom teeth can lead to pain, swelling, infection, cavities, or damage to the neighboring tooth. Some impacted wisdom teeth never cause problems, while others are best removed before complications develop.
We’ll evaluate your X-rays and discuss whether monitoring or removing your wisdom teeth is the best option for your situation.