The wisdom tooth picture to the left shows an impacted wisdom tooth to the far left. The bony cover has been carefully removed to reveal the roots of the molar teeth. Notice that the wisdom tooth is below the other molars. Notice the bone surrounding the roots of the teeth and the crown of the third molar.

          This wisdom tooth picture shows three very flattened molar teeth. The wisdom tooth shown on the far left is also flattened. The teeth all have calculus attached to their surfaces. Flat teeth such as these are very common in countries where people eat mostly unprocessed foods. It is also common with older patients who suffer with tooth grinding.

             The wisdom tooth picture shows all the teeth in the maxillary arch. The wisdom teeth are the one at the very bottom. They are also called third molars since they are the last of the three molar teeth to erupt into the mouth. Since they are the farthest teeth back in the mouth, the wisdom teeth are usually difficult to clean and tend to have many problems.

          Each wisdom tooth picture above was prepared to assist patients in understanding wisdom teeth. The dentists at the Atlanta Dental Group PC are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being. You are welcome to join our family of patients. Our dental group provides its patients with comprehensive General Dentistry including wisdom tooth surgery, Cosmetic Dentistry and much more. If you wish to schedule a free dental consultation with Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky, call 404-874-7428.