Wisdom teeth removal is required when the wisdom teeth are prevented from properly erupting within the mouth.

Impacted wisdom teeth can take positions in the bone as they try to erupt. As wisdom teeth may grow sideways, only partially emerge from the gum or remain trapped under gum and bone, wisdom tooth extraction may be required.

These impacted teeth can result in an infected wisdom tooth, which causes pain, illness, swelling and stiffness. Tumours or cysts can form around the impacted wisdom teeth which results in the destruction of the jawbone and healthy teeth.

Our Oral and Maxillofacial surgeons specialise in the evaluation of wisdom teeth and the extraction of impacted wisdom teeth. Studies have proven that the early evaluation and treatment of wisdom teeth results in a better outcome for the patient.