A dentist has warned of the consequences of improper wisdom teeth growth

Improper growth of wisdom teeth can lead to serious oral health problems, including displacement of the tooth row and the development of infection. Natalia Yurchenko, Candidate of Medical Sciences, orthodontist at SM-Stomatology, told Izvestia on November 29.

According to her, one of the most frequent problems is pain and discomfort.

"Wisdom teeth often become the cause of pain and inflammation of the gums around them, because, cutting through the gum, they can press on neighboring teeth," - explained Yurchenko.

The dentist also noted that due to the difficult accessibility of wisdom teeth they can be hard to clean, and they become a favorable environment for the development of tooth decay and gum disease.

Another serious problem that threatens with the improper growth of wisdom teeth is the risk of displacement of other teeth, warned the specialist. This, in turn, threatens to distort the tooth row, which requires orthodontic treatment.

"In cases where the wisdom tooth fails to erupt completely, there is a possibility of cyst formation (a fluid-filled cavity), which can destroy neighboring teeth and bone structures," Yurchenko added.

In addition, the dentist pointed out, improper growth of wisdom teeth threatens inflammation of the tissues around them and, as a result, the development of infections.

"If you encounter discomfort or painful sensations due to wisdom teeth, it is important to visit a dentist in time to assess the situation and decide on their removal," - summarized the expert.

At the end of October, dentist-therapist, periodontist of "SM-Stomatology", Candidate of Medical Sciences Elena Martynova shared her advice with "Izvestia" on how to save teeth in young and old age. The doctor drew attention to the fact that the enamel of teeth is saturated with microelements from saliva and vessels that are inside the tooth. Therefore, prevention of tooth decay and gum disease is more effective at a young age.