Gentle Wisdom Teeth Management
in Gaithersburg, MD

Case by Dr. Taha Azimaie: Horizontal impaction is when wisdom teeth (3rd molars)erupting horizontally and can put pressure on the neighboring teeth which are important teeth for mastication. In addition, the gap between the wisdom tooth and adjacent tooth will accumulate food and bacteria. This situation may lead to root decay or gum disease (Periodontitis). Removal of these teeth are highly recommended.

Case by Dr. Taha Azimaie: Sometimes wisdom teeth (3rd molars) erupt toward cheek or tongue. This condition may result in gum disease (Periodontitis), increase in hostile mouth bacterial due to inability to maintain proper oral hygiene, localized gum inflammation (Pericoronitis).

Case by Dr Taha Azimaie: In some cases the roots of wisdom teeth (3rd Molars) surrounding a major nerve in the jaw. Removal of these teeth can result in nerve damage that sometimes are irreversible. These cases only can be identified by cone beam CT scan. Leaving a part of the roots to prevent nerve damage in healthy wisdom teeth are a safe approach that would not have any side effects for the patient.

Case by Dr Taha Azimaie: Deeply impacted maxillary wisdom teeth (3rd molars) may result in cheek pain, damage to the adjacent tooth. minimal bone removal for these cases is the key for fast and more comfortable recovery

Case by Dr. Taha Azimaie: Wisdom teeth (3rd molars) eruption backwards towards the jaw may lead to jaw pain, localized gum inflammation, gum disease (periodontitis).

Case by Dr. Taha Azimaie: Early removal of wisdom teeth (3rd molars) will result is easier and quicker post-op recovery. During the age of 17-22 the roots of wisdom teeth are not fully form and usually are easier to remove.

Case by Dr Taha Azimaie: Removal of wisdom teeth (3rd molars) may improve the long term survival of dental works such as crowns and bridges.