5 Benefits of Having Wisdom Teeth Removed

Generally, wisdom teeth start to come in between the ages of 17 and 25, and that’s the time when they’re easiest to remove. The longer you wait, the more entrenched wisdom teeth become, making the tooth-pulling process more difficult and time-consuming. Wisdom teeth normally are not needed, as you already have two sets of molars for chewing and grinding food. If there’s no room for them to come in, they pose a risk of complications in the future. There’s no better place for safe, painless wisdom teeth extractions in Miami, Florida than Garazi Periodontics & Dental Implants.  

Here are some of the benefits of having wisdom teeth removed:

1. Protect Existing Teeth 

Most people don’t have sufficient space in their mouth for a third set of molars. Keeping wisdom teeth can put your existing teeth at risk. Wisdom teeth can put undue pressure on existing molars, causing enamel erosion or structural damage. The roots of wisdom teeth can become entangled with the roots of existing teeth, causing infection, inflammation, or other complications. This infection can spread to nearby teeth, impairing their health and function. The best way to protect existing teeth is to have wisdom teeth removed.

2. Relieve Overcrowding

Wisdom teeth removal can relieve problems with tooth alignment and Overcrowding. To make room, your wisdom teeth may start to push existing teeth out of alignment, causing them to grow crooked. Removing wisdom teeth gives room for existing teeth to grow straight and even. If your teeth are already out of alignment, wisdom teeth removal can facilitate orthodontic treatment by creating space for your teeth to shift into a straighter position.    

3. Ease Pain  

When wisdom teeth have no room to emerge, they can become impacted within your gums, causing pain, inflammation, sensitivity, and painful chewing. Enjoying your meals is hard when every bite causes discomfort and pain. Impacted wisdom teeth can also lead to headaches and facial pain by putting undue pressure on your jaw. Dr. Garazi can resolve these issues through wisdom teeth removal and restore your oral health.    

4. Prevent Oral Infections

Sometimes, wisdom teeth emerge partway and no more, due to a lack of space. Partially erupted wisdom teeth are very difficult to clean, making them prone to infection, gum disease, and the development of tumors and cysts around infected gum tissues. Through dental X-rays, Dr. Garazi can tell if your wisdom teeth have the potential to cause dental issues in the future. If so, we’ll recommend having them removed.

5. Facilitate Oral Hygiene

Removing wisdom teeth makes it easier to keep your mouth clean, particularly those back teeth that do most of your chewing. Good oral hygiene can help prevent problems with infection, decay, and gum disease, keeping your smile strong and healthy long-term.

Where to Go for Wisdom Teeth Extractions in Miami, FL

To schedule a consultation for wisdom teeth removal at Garazi Periodontics & Dental Implants in Miami, FL, contact Dr. Isaac or David Garazi at (305) 690-0611. 

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