Extracting Wisdom Teeth
Why Do We Have Wisdom Teeth?
Most adult mouths are structured to accommodate approximately 28 teeth, yet the full complement that typically develops reaches 32. The four additional teeth are the third molars, commonly referred to as wisdom teeth. When the jaw lacks sufficient space to receive them, these teeth become blocked or impacted by the surrounding dentition. This situation can be extremely traumatizing. Partial eruption of a wisdom tooth creates an opening where food debris may become trapped beneath the surrounding tissue, a condition that can allow bacterial growth and potentially lead to serious infection.
Why Remove Wisdom Teeth as a Young Adult?
Wisdom tooth extraction performed during young adulthood tends to reduce the likelihood of complications during healing. Once a patient reaches their mid-thirties, the risks associated with the procedure increase considerably. As a general guideline, the period between ages fifteen and eighteen is considered an appropriate window for removal.
However, if you are an adult and need to remove your wisdom teeth, there’s no need to worry. Here at First Choice Dental of NJ, we take extra care to make sure that our adult patients are comfortable and anxiety-free. After a consultation, we will recommend that you continue with your wisdom teeth until intervention is absolutely necessary. When it is necessary to remove your wisdom teeth, Dr. Donn will recommend a simple and pain-free surgery. Your health is our highest concern.
Let Dr. Donn Take Care of Those Wisdom Teeth
We see patients on a regular basis to remove wisdom teeth. This is a common procedure at First Choice Dental of NJ. If you are interested in having a consultation, please give us a call at 856-424-7477 or email us.