The third molars, commonly called the wisdom teeth, are typically the last teeth to come in. Because they are the last to erupt, there is often not enough room for the wisdom teeth to grow in as they should. When there is insufficient space for the wisdom teeth, they may become impacted (unable to break through the gum tissues and jawbone fully) or grow in at an incorrect angle. Wisdom teeth that do not erupt as they should can lead to several dental problems, such as:
Our dentist may recommend wisdom teeth removal to avoid these serious complications and to keep your smile healthy. We will carefully evaluate your smile, including the positioning of your teeth and wisdom teeth, to determine whether your smile would benefit from wisdom teeth removal. Our team will ensure that your wisdom teeth removal treatment is as painless and comfortable as possible.
Covington Complete Dentistry is located approximately half a mile from Covington Walmart, and just five minutes from Lake Meridian Park and six minutes from Covington Community Park & Soccer Field.