When a tooth is impacted, this simply means that it is stuck underneath the gum and cannot erupt into function. This typically occurs with wisdom teeth and when they are impacted, this can lead to infection. Since wisdom teeth really have no use in the mouth, our doctors at the Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania recommend extraction. Various surgical techniques can be performed to uncover impacted teeth, but we will explain our most common.
The techniques involved to aid in eruption can be applied to any impacted tooth in the upper or lower jaw. If the patient is passed a certain age, the chances of the tooth erupting naturally are slim to none. Once dental x-rays have been taken, the location of the impacted tooth and the amount of gum surrounding it will determine the appropriate technique your oral surgeon will use. In a simple surgical procedure performed in our office, the gum on top of the impacted tooth will be lifted to expose the hidden tooth underneath. You can expect a limited amount of bleeding once the surgery is complete and we will provide you with thorough post-op instructions.
To learn more about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.oralsurgerypa.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania located in Philadelphia, call 215-463-4141.
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