Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom Teeth

Not everyone gets their wisdom teeth, but many of our patients do see them emerge. Wisdom teeth come in after the last set of molars, near the back of the mouth. They typically appear when patients are in their late teens or early to mid-twenties.

 

In some cases, wisdom teeth don’t cause a problem, but others need to have them removed. Because wisdom teeth are so far in the back, they are harder to clean and prone to more severe tooth decay. This can lead to infection and other problems. They might also grow in crooked, pushing against the other teeth.

 

If the wisdom teeth are pushing against the other teeth causing shifting or pain, or they become impacted, we recommend getting them extracted. This is done under anesthesia so the patient does not feel any pain. It is a routine procedure, but one that needs an experienced dentist and oral surgeon, such as our Dr. Nina Kiani.

 

If you have wisdom teeth, call our office in New York at (212) 279-8770 for x-rays and to determine if they need to be extracted. We are welcoming new patients for wisdom tooth extractions and other dental services.