A very common reason for tooth extraction is the presence of impacted wisdom teeth. For most people, a third set of molars appear in our teenage years or early adulthood. Oftentimes, these molars, which are referred to as wisdom teeth, can remain in the gums and if not taken care of could cause crowding and pain. Along with these symptoms, further resulting problems include infections and gum disease. As a preventative measure, wisdom teeth are often removed to avoid these issues.

Wisdom teeth may still need to be removed even if you are not experiencing pain. It’s common for them to become stuck and unable to make their way through the jaw. Sometimes they grow at the wrong angle or are not able to fit into a smaller mouth, leaving them below the gumline. Sinus problems, alignment issues, pain, infection, and cavities all signal that wisdom teeth may need to be removed.