Wisdom Teeth Extraction
NW Calgary

Located in the very back part of the mouth, wisdom teeth are the last set of molars to develop. Most people develop their wisdom teeth during their teenage years, although some people never get them. For many people, wisdom teeth grow in correctly and cause no problems at all. For others however, problems arise and intervention is necessary to avoid further complications. Sometimes, there is not enough room in the mouth to accommodate the wisdom teeth. When the wisdom teeth are left to emerge into the mouth, the lack of space may cause them to only partially emerge through the gums, leading to a higher chance of cavities developing and gum infections becoming a regular problem. Wisdom teeth may grow in crooked or incorrectly, thus causing significant problems. This uneven growth can be responsible for many oral health problems such as crowding or damage to the adjacent second molars. An additional problem with wisdom teeth is that they sometimes do not fully erupt through the gums. This is what is known as ‘Impacted Wisdom Teeth.

Impacted wisdom teeth are usually removed because of the problems they are causing or because of the problems that may arise if they remain in the mouth. In many cases, damage caused by wisdom teeth is not visible on the surface. Your Point McKay Dentist will usually take full X-rays of the mouth to see what is going on underneath the gum. This will help to determine what type of extraction may be required. With dental exams and x-rays of the mouth, your dentist can determine the position of the wisdom teeth and anticipate if future problems may arise. Regular exams and treatment will also help you keep your gums and teeth strong and healthy, which will prevent costly dental procedures down the road. When wisdom teeth are aligned properly and gum tissue is healthy, wisdom teeth do not have to be removed. With a clinical exam and panoramic imaging, we can inform you if you or your child’s wisdom teeth require extraction.