What Are Impacted Teeth?
As the jaws grow, the teeth erupt through the gums and execute their natural, functional jobs in oral health. But sometimes, the teeth could be trapped in the jaw, without the ability to fully break through. This situation is called having an impacted tooth or teeth and may present discomfort and additional dental problems for some people. Adult and baby teeth may be trapped in the jaw resulting from several reasons, such as not enough openness for a tooth to emerge properly or tooth misalignment, among other problems. At Sexton & Weiskopf Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, we offer skilled treatment for impacted canines, molars, and other cases of impacted teeth to help you and your loved ones get the treatment required to protect your health and smile. For more on treating impacted teeth, we encourage you to call our practice in Memphis, TN to arrange for a treatment consultation with Drs. Sexton, Weiskopf, and Russ.
How Are Impacted Teeth Treated?
Impacted teeth are typically treated based on their position, symptoms, and potential impact on surrounding teeth and oral health. The treatment often involves surgical extraction, especially for wisdom teeth or other teeth that are causing pain or dental issues. Oral surgeons may use techniques such as making an incision in the gum to remove the tooth or sectioning the tooth into smaller pieces for easier removal. In some cases, orthodontic treatment may be recommended to help guide the impacted tooth into its proper position if it is causing alignment issues. Early intervention by a specialist ensures that impacted teeth are addressed effectively, preventing complications and promoting overall oral health.
What Are the Benefits of Treating Impacted Teeth?
Treating impacted teeth provides essential benefits such as preventing complications and improving overall oral health. Other benefits include:
- Prevents infection and damage to adjacent teeth
- Reduces pain and discomfort
- Minimizes the risk of misalignment and overcrowding
- Enhances oral hygiene and reduces the likelihood of cavities and gum disease
- Promotes a healthier, more aligned smile
Sexton Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Reviews
In and out, so easy and kind. The doctor that did my surgery followed up with a phone call later in the day.
Wonderful and efficient staff.Dr.Weiskopf is excellent.My confidence in him calmed my anxiety about the procedure.His call the check on me the night after my surgery really meant alot to ne.
Got an apicoectomy and wisdom tooth removal. My surgeon was extremely forthcoming and knowledgeable at my consultation. The surgery went smooth and the aftercare was wonderful. Any questions we had both before and after were taken seriously and no matter how small were addressed with patience and care.
Dr. Wesikopf and his staff were so informative and helpful through the process of my wisdom teeth removal. Savannah was extremely helpful in regards to talking to me and helping me to relax before the surgery and answering any questions I had. The entire process was extremely quick and Dr. Wesikopf called and checked on me after my surgery. I highly recommend this institution for any Oral surgeries needed!
Dr. Weiskopf and his team are the BEST they are so caring and excellent care. I would highly recommend them.
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Protect Your Smile Against Tooth Impaction
Taking care of teeth that are impacted can help minimize the potential for infection, crowding, pain, and additional dental outcomes. Dr. Sexton is skilled in supplying this procedure for Memphis, TN individuals and addressing the impaction to help maintain your total dental health. Get more information concerning impacted teeth procedure solutions by setting up a consultation at Sexton Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery now.