Third molar surgery is generally a wisdom tooth extraction. A wisdom tooth is a third molar, a tooth used for the chewing of foods. The problem with the wisdom tooth is that it comes in much later than the other teeth and people generally do not have the room in their mouth for these teeth crashing the party late. What makes things worse is that the wisdom teeth can actually cause tooth pain as well as orthodontic problems if they are not handled properly and in time.

       Third molar surgery is often more complicated than a simple tooth extraction. Wisdom tooth extraction can be relatively simple if the tooth comes in normally but it is common for the wisdom tooth to come in horizontally and hit the roots of your other molars. This is called a horizontally impacted wisdom tooth and a horizontally impacted wisdom tooth extraction can often be a difficult dental surgery.

       Third molar surgery for this kind of problem is difficult because your dentist has to cut bone away in order to get at the tooth and remove it. This is one reason it is important to regularly visit your dentist. X-rays will show this problem, and allow the dentist to remove the tooth before it causes any other problems. The wisdom tooth can also become infected requiring even more dental treatment to restore your oral health.

       If you would like more information on third molar surgery and would like to speak with a dentist in Atlanta , please consider visiting us at the Atlanta Dental Group PC. Our Atlanta dental team has over 45 years of combined experience serving Atlanta's dental needs. Our dentists in Georgia are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being and you are more than welcome to join our family of patients. If you would like schedule an appointment with our Atlanta dentist, Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky, call 404-874-7428 to make an appointment.