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Wisdom Teeth Removal in Toronto
When Do Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Removed?
Wisdom teeth are the third molars at the back of the mouth and usually begin to erupt during the late teens or early adulthood. Some wisdom teeth come in normally, while others may become impacted, grow at an angle, remain trapped below the gums, or create problems for nearby teeth.
At
Beach Dental in Toronto, your dentist can examine your wisdom teeth and may use
dental X-rays to assess their position. Removal may be recommended when wisdom teeth are causing pain, infection, swelling, decay, gum problems, or damage to neighbouring teeth.
Impacted Wisdom Teeth and What to Expect
Impacted wisdom teeth do not have enough room to erupt properly and may remain partly or fully trapped beneath the gums or jawbone. Depending on their position, they can contribute to pain, inflammation, infection, or problems affecting nearby teeth. Your dentist will determine whether removal is appropriate based on the position of the tooth, available space, symptoms, and overall oral health.
Address Impacted Wisdom Teeth
Relieve Wisdom Tooth Pain
Reduce Infection and Gum Problems
Protect Nearby Teeth and Tissues
Frequently Asked
Questions
Have questions about wisdom teeth? Explore helpful information about removal, impacted teeth, recovery, and aftercare.
Do all wisdom teeth need to be removed?
No. Wisdom teeth do not need to be removed automatically. Some erupt normally and remain healthy without causing problems. Removal may be recommended when a wisdom tooth is impacted, painful, infected, difficult to clean, damaging nearby teeth, or considered likely to create future oral health concerns.
What age should wisdom teeth be removed?
Wisdom teeth often begin developing and erupting during the teenage years and early adulthood. Your dentist may start monitoring them in the late teens using dental examinations and X-rays. There is no single ideal age for everyone, because the timing of removal depends on tooth position, symptoms, development, and individual risk.
How long does recovery take after wisdom teeth removal?
Initial pain and swelling are usually most noticeable during the first few days after removal and gradually improve. Some soreness can last several days, while the extraction sites continue healing for longer. Recovery varies depending on the number of teeth removed, whether they were impacted, and the complexity of the procedure.
What can I eat after wisdom teeth removal?
Soft foods are generally easier to eat during the first part of recovery. Foods such as eggs, pasta, yogurt, soup that has cooled, and other easy-to-chew options may be recommended. Avoid hard, crunchy, or irritating foods that could disturb the extraction site while it begins to heal.
What is dry socket after wisdom teeth removal?
Dry socket can occur when the blood clot protecting the extraction site is lost or does not form properly. This can expose the underlying area and cause significant pain. If pain becomes stronger several days after removal instead of gradually improving, contact your dentist so the extraction site can be assessed.