Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, typically emerge during the late teenage years or early twenties. They are referred to as “third molars” because they develop after the second molars have already erupted.
When wisdom teeth grow straight and are properly aligned, they can be a useful addition. However, they often grow at awkward angles or sideways, causing numerous problems. This misalignment can lead to overcrowding and damage to the neighboring second molars.
Very often, there is a discrepancy in the size of the teeth and the size of the jaws leading to impactions. Visit our dentist near you to assess whether you need your wisdom teeth removed.
Impactions can lead to a number of oral health complications including;
At Springhill Dental, our dentist in NW Calgary can take diagnostic images via our digital radiographs (x-rays) to assess what is going on underneath the gums and to help determine if the wisdom teeth need to be extracted and to determine what is the safest method to remove them.
Our dentist in Calgary proudly serves patients from the surrounding areas of Scenic Acres, Ranchlands, Northwest Calgary, Silver Springs, and Bowness. Visit us today to learn more about wisdom tooth extractions!
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