Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom teeth are the last adult teeth to develop, and sometimes they can cause problems before even breaking through the gums. When there isn't enough room in the jaw for a wisdom tooth to come into place normally, the tooth is impacted. This can cause serious health problems if it is not extracted like periodontal disease. Nine out of ten people will experience at least one impacted wisdom tooth, so it is important to be aware of your own wisdom teeth, how they can affect your orthodontic treatment, and other reasons why they should be removed if impacted. To learn more about wisdom teeth and how to treat an affected area after extraction, visit our page.