27/05/2025
Recently we extracted all this impacted teeth @ Lm Dental Cosmetics and Orthodontic Centre Dokmoka Karbianglong
An impacted tooth, especially a wisdom tooth, can cause several issues with adjacent teeth and tissues, including damage, infection, and crowding. If a wisdom tooth is impacted and presses against the second molar, it can damage the molar, increase the risk of infection, and lead to overcrowding. Additionally, impacted teeth can form cysts that can damage the jawbone and surrounding teeth.
Here's a more detailed look at the potential collateral damage:
Damage to the second molar:
The impacted wisdom tooth may push against the second molar, potentially causing decay, infection, or even loss of the second molar.
Crowding and malocclusion:
Impacted wisdom teeth can cause the other teeth to shift and crowd, leading to poor alignment and the need for orthodontic treatment.
Infection and inflammation:
The area around an impacted tooth, especially a partially erupted one, can be difficult to clean, increasing the risk of infection, inflammation, and potentially a cyst.
Cysts and tumors:
In some cases, cysts or even benign tumors can develop around impacted teeth, damaging the jawbone, nerves, and adjacent teeth.
Periodontal disease:
Impacted teeth can make it difficult to clean the area, leading to gum disease and bone loss.
Nerve damage:
If an impacted tooth is close to a nerve, it can cause nerve damage, leading to numbness, pain, or other neurological issues.