Extraction of enclosed or semi-enclosed wisdom teeth / third molars

Extraction of enclosed or semi-enclosed wisdom teeth / third molars is a form of oral surgery in cases where the teeth are not able to emerge properly, have been decayed or the surrounding gums have become inflamed or swollen. More closely:

  • Wisdom teeth that cannot emerge normally (enclosed) are trapped within the jaw, and they can lead to infection or cyst formation which can be harmful to other teeth or their bone support.
  • Partially erupted wisdom teeth (semi-enclosed) create a passage that can become a magnet for bacteria and lead to gum disease or oral infection if access to the area with a toothbrush is difficult.
  • If the wisdom teeth do not have enough room to grow normally, they may move or damage nearby teeth.

To avoid or deal with the above, the export of wisdom teeth is imperative.