Wisdom Teeth — What’s the Best Approach?

🤔  “Should I remove my wisdom teeth or not?”

This is one of the most common questions I’m asked by patients.

From years of experience, I’ve found that most wisdom teeth are very difficult to keep clean. They sit far back in the mouth — often partly hidden behind neighbouring teeth — which makes them prone to infection and decay that can easily go unnoticed.

When this happens, the decay can spread and sometimes lead to the preventable and premature loss of the tooth in front, or cause severe pain that may require urgent hospital treatment.

That’s why I often remind my patients:

“No pain doesn’t mean no problems.”

Even if your wisdom teeth don’t hurt, they may still be causing damage or trapping bacteria that affect nearby teeth and gums. Regular reviews every six months allow us to monitor them and catch issues early.

If your wisdom teeth have previously been infected, are impacted against the tooth in front, or are too difficult to clean, early removal is usually the safest and most cost-effective option.

Before making any decision, we’ll take a recent OPG X-ray to assess the position of your wisdom teeth. This helps us discuss all the benefits, risks, and potential complications, so you can make an informed choice that’s right for you.

🦷  For more details on wisdom teeth, please click here.

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