Wisdom Teeth- How Wise Do They Make You?

Miami Beach dentist on wisdom Teeth

They usually appear when you are between 17 and 21. They are actually called ‘third molars’ and they are the last to appear, right at the back of the mouth. Most people have four wisdom teeth – one in each corner. Historically, these teeth have been called wisdom teeth because they come through at a more mature age. 

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Wisdom teeth can lead to serious problems if there isn’t enough space for them to erupt or they come through in the wrong position. You should make an appointment to visit our office if you're experiencing severe pain or discomfort from your wisdom teeth. Regular dental checkups are important for us to track the progress and condition of your teeth.  

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Surprisingly, not everyone develops the third set of molars, but according to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, about 90 percent of people have at least one impacted wisdom tooth. A wisdom tooth may be impacted  because it is turned to the side, tilted or otherwise positioned incorrectly in the jaw. It may also become impacted when there is not enough room in the jaw or the mouth for them to emerge. Every patient is unique, but in general, wisdom teeth should be removed when there is evidence of changes in the mouth such as pain, infection, damage to neighboring teeth, gum disease and more. There is no way to prevent an impacted tooth, but careful dental hygiene — brushing, flossing or the use of water-jet devices — can reduce the risk of infection. For some, they experience pain and discomfort when the teeth are emerging. You can sometimes relieve minor irritation by rinsing with warm salt water (1/2 teaspoon of salt in 8 ounces of water) or by taking over-the-counter painkillers. If the wisdom tooth pain is the result of swelling, applying an ice pack may be able to help. Simply use a commercial ice pack or put some ice is a plastic baggie, wrap it in a towel and apply it to the swollen area. Stay away from foods that are hard or loaded with sugar. Chewing hard foods can make the pain worse while the sugar in sweet foods can get inside your gums and aggravate the wisdom tooth infection. 

The definitive way of dealing with wisdom teeth pain is to remove them. It is much better to remove your wisdom teeth as an elective procedure and not as an emergency. If  you experience any of these symptoms, visit our office immediately.  

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Dr. Mereos is a great dentist in Miami and his patients say he is friendly and comforting and always happy to take the time to answer any questions.

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