Wisdom tooth extraction can help alleviate pain and save your smile

Posted by Dr. Aatika Ahmed on Sun, 18 Jun 2023

Smile Horizons Dental Arts - Dentist Mississauga

During a dental exam and cleaning, your dentist may discover that you need to have one or more wisdom teeth extracted. In many cases, this may be due to extensive damage. However, it can also be due to the tooth or teeth causing damage to other healthy teeth. Here at Smile Horizons Dental Arts in Mississauga, Ontario, Dr. Aatika Ahmed and the dedicated team have performed this common procedure many times over the years.

Main reasons why you may need a wisdom tooth extracted

Dr. Aatika Ahmed and the team can determine the reason a wisdom tooth extraction may be necessary. Here are a few common reasons why an extraction might be recommended:

Dental abscess

A wisdom tooth might develop an abscess when the tissue and tooth roots become infected. A root canal procedure can sometimes clear this up, but an extraction may be the best course of action.

Tooth decay

If a tooth has significant damage caused by acids and bacteria, there’s a good chance it will have a cavity. While the most common fix for this problem is a filling, sometimes this isn’t possible, especially if the damage extends deep into the pulp. In cases like this, an extraction will likely be necessary.

Crowding

One of the most common reasons to remove wisdom teeth is crowding, which happens when teeth grow too close to one another. This can cause alignment issues, and an extraction is often recommended before orthodontic treatment to correct misalignment.

What’s involved in a tooth extraction procedure?

Before a wisdom tooth extraction, a local anesthetic is administered. Dr. Aatika Ahmed will then remove some bone and gum tissue if needed. Should the tooth be impacted, it may need to be removed in smaller pieces rather than as a whole. To conclude the procedure, dissolvable stitches may be placed to support healing.

Recovery after wisdom tooth removal

After the procedure, Dr. Aatika Ahmed will review the steps needed to care for the extraction site in the days following treatment. Most patients recover without any issues, but if any concerns or unusual symptoms arise, contacting Dr. Aatika Ahmed promptly is recommended.

Saving the good by removing the bad

Removing problematic wisdom teeth can be important for maintaining a healthy smile. Please contact Smile Horizons Dental Arts today at ((905) 607-8778) to schedule an appointment with Dr. Aatika Ahmed. The office is located at 3145 Dundas St W, Unit 13 in Mississauga, ON.