What Are Impacted Teeth?
Impacted teeth occur when a tooth fails to fully emerge through the gums, often due to overcrowding, improper positioning, or lack of space in the jaw. This condition commonly affects wisdom teeth but can also involve other teeth, such as canines. Left untreated, impacted teeth can cause pain, swelling, infection, and alignment issues. At Roden Oral, Facial, and Dental Implant Surgery, board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons Dr. R. David Roden Jr. and Dr. Rocklin Alling provide impacted teeth treatment, offering solutions like extraction or guided eruption to prevent complications and maintain optimal oral health. To learn more about this treatment or the impact impacted teeth can have on your oral health, contact our office in Birmingham, AL to schedule a consultation.
How Are Impacted Teeth Treated?
The treatment for impacted teeth depends on the severity of impaction and the patient's oral health needs. In many cases of an impacted tooth, removal is recommended to prevent pain, infection, and damage to surrounding teeth. This procedure involves making a small incision in the gum to access the tooth, which may need to be sectioned into smaller pieces for easier removal. For impacted eye teeth or other essential teeth, orthodontic treatments may be used to guide the tooth into its proper position. A thorough evaluation by one of our oral surgeons helps determine the best approach for each individual case.
What Are the Benefits of Treating Impacted Teeth?
Treating impacted teeth helps prevent complications and improves overall oral health. Benefits include:
- Reduces pain and discomfort caused by pressure on surrounding teeth
- Prevents infections and gum disease associated with trapped bacteria
- Protects adjacent teeth from damage and misalignment
- Improves bite function and overall dental alignment
- Lowers the risk of cysts or tumors developing around the impacted tooth
- Enhances long-term oral health and stability
Roden Oral, Facial, and Dental Implant Surgery Reviews
I have had 2 children have wisdom teeth removed here. The staff are all very kind and friendly. The Dr follows up the next day. I would recommend to anyone needing an oral surgeon to come here !
I had a great experience at Roden Oral Surgery. The results were great and recovery was minimal. Dr. Roden’s staff is very professional and I would definitively recommend.
Dr. Roden and his entire team, from the moment I walked into the office until the moment that I walked out were all kind, helpful, calming and informative. His team explained clearly what they were doing, why, when and what to expect. They were kind, gentle and compassionate. If you or anyone you know who has a need for anything with oral surgery, you should come to this practice for care. You will be amazed beyond belief. I am grateful for all of their care and helping me with my needs.
My experience was great. I felt comfortable the entire time I was there. Everyone was very professional as well as friendly. Dr Roden took time to discuss options with me and answered all my questions. Upon leaving directions were very easy to understand. I will recommend Dr. Roden to everyone.
Dr. Roden is amazing! Him and his staff make you feel like family from start to finish. Everything went smoothly. I have gotten my wisdom teeth removed by him, and most recently had a dental implant put in. Both were very easy for recovery. The implant I have almost felt no pain... that's how you know you have a great surgeon. The staff makes you feel calm before the surgery, and answers all questions. Dr. Roden has called me after both procedures to check on how I was feeling. He is truly the best, and I recommend him to all my friends and family!!!
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Impacted Teeth Solutions
If you're experiencing discomfort or other symptoms of impacted teeth, don't wait for the problem to worsen. At Roden Oral, Facial, and Dental Implant Surgery, Dr. R. David Roden Jr. and Dr. Rocklin Alling provide treatment for impacted teeth to relieve pain and protect your oral health. Whether you need monitoring, orthodontic solutions, or impacted tooth removal, our team is here to help. Contact our Birmingham, AL office today to schedule a consultation and restore your healthy smile.