When Do Teens Need to Have Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Has your teen been complaining about pain near their molars? They may be getting their wisdom teeth. These back molars aren’t absolutely necessary for people to have, and they can end up causing issues that require them to be removed. At Cochran, Soares, and Associates Pediatric Dentistry, our dentists in Jacksonville and St. Johns, FL, might recommend wisdom teeth removal for any of the following reasons.

Impacted Wisdom Teeth

These molars can get stuck inside the gums, stopping them from being able to break through. When they’re impacted, they can cause infections or other issues.

Crooked Growth

In some cases, wisdom teeth emerge through the gums fine, but they end up growing crooked or slanted. We may recommend removing them to prevent damage to nearby teeth or other problems.

Ongoing Discomfort

Some of our teen patients need wisdom teeth removal in St. Johns and Jacksonville, FL, when they experience frequent pain from impacted teeth. Removing these teeth relieves this discomfort.

Cysts

Wisdom teeth can end up with cysts or sacs filled with fluid near or around them, causing discomfort and raising the risk of infection.

Tooth Decay

These rear molars can develop tooth decay, whether they’ve fully or partially come through the gums. We may recommend having them removed to prevent severe decay.

Damage to Adjacent Teeth

Wisdom teeth can sometimes cause damage or wear and tear in neighboring teeth, especially if they grow in crooked. Extracting them helps protect your other teeth from harm.

Visit Our Dentists for Wisdom Teeth Removal

Are your teen’s wisdom teeth causing problems? We have a solution! Our dentists at Cochran, Soares, and Associates Pediatric Dentistry offer wisdom teeth removal in Jacksonville and St. Johns, FL, to ease discomfort and prevent additional problems.