Third Molar Extractions
The third molars came to be called wisdom teeth because they
erupt later in life than all the other teeth, usually
between ages 17 and 25. With age comes wisdom, so the term
“wisdom teeth” came to be used.
These teeth erupt through the gums at the back of your
mouth, two each in the upper and lower jaws. Unfortunately,
most of us can’t fit these teeth in our mouths. The lack of
room often causes impaction, when they become enclosed in
the bone of the jaws instead of growing in straight.
Impaction can cause a whole range of problems. They push and
crowd the other teeth, which might cause these teeth to
twist and turn. Cavities often occur more easily in these
teeth and the ones next to them, because the crowding makes
them difficult to clean. You can even get an infection in
the jaw bone.
It’s usually best if wisdom teeth are removed at a young
age, before problems occur and the bone in the jaw becomes
denser, holding tighter to the teeth. Our practice is
pleased to offer IV sedation and oral sedation for these
procedures.
Russell E. Graham, DMD
2935 N Country Club Road
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 327-1205
RussellEGrahamDMD.com
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