26/05/2026
A disto-angular impaction is a type of wisdom tooth problem where the tooth at the back of the mouth grows in a tilted position, leaning backward instead of coming up straight.
Most commonly, this happens with the lower wisdom tooth. Because there is often not enough space in the jaw, the tooth gets “stuck” partially or completely inside the bone or gum. This can lead to:
Pain or swelling near the back teeth
Food getting trapped around the area
Gum infection
Difficulty opening the mouth
Pressure on nearby teeth
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