An impacted tooth is one that fails to fully erupt through the gum tissue. While wisdom teeth are most commonly impacted, other teeth — particularly upper canines — can also become trapped due to crowding, improper angulation, or dense bone structure.
Impacted teeth should not be ignored, as they can compromise surrounding teeth and bone.
Why Impacted Teeth Require Treatment
Potential complications include:
- Chronic pain or jaw pressure
- Gum infection
- Damage to adjacent tooth roots
- Cyst or tumor formation
- Orthodontic disruption
Using digital imaging and 3D scans, we precisely evaluate the tooth’s position relative to nerves, sinuses, and neighboring structures.
