What is an impacted tooth?
- Tooth that remains partially or entirely entrapped in the gum and bone
Why do I have an impacted tooth?
- Hard bone structure
- Baby teeth that did not fall out
- Position/interference of other teeth and structures
- Cysts and tumors
- A jaw that is too small to accommodate all your teeth
- Family history
Reasons to consider exposure/uncovering of your impacted tooth:
- Prevent or stop damage to other teeth and neighboring structures
- Keeping your own natural tooth
- To help with other dental treatment such as orthodontic braces
- Pathology
What else should I know about exposure of an impacted tooth?
- A 3-D scan is often needed to locate the impacted tooth
- Gum and sometimes bone are removed to expose the tooth
- Depending on the treatment, a bracket with or without a chain can be attached to the tooth to allow guided movement of the tooth
At Rouge River Oral Surgery, we provide:
- Consultation and treatment plan based on your needs and goals
- We work with your dentist or dental specialist so that you can achieve a result that best suits your situation
- Deep sedation and general anesthesia
- In-house x-rays including 3-D scans as needed
