{"id":95,"date":"2025-08-30T11:06:51","date_gmt":"2025-08-30T11:06:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drdelaram.com\/en\/?page_id=95"},"modified":"2025-08-30T11:06:51","modified_gmt":"2025-08-30T11:06:51","slug":"impacted-tooth-surgery","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.drdelaram.com\/en\/impacted-tooth-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"Impacted Tooth Surgery"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-896 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drdelaram.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/impact-300x177.jpg\" alt=\"Impacted Tooth Surgery\" width=\"300\" height=\"177\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Impacted teeth are one of the most common dental issues during adolescence and early adulthood. If left untreated, they can cause pain, infection, and even damage to neighboring teeth. An <strong>impacted tooth<\/strong> is a tooth that has failed to emerge in its natural position in the mouth for various reasons. The most common type of impacted tooth is the lower wisdom tooth.<\/p>\n<p>If you are looking for detailed information on impacted tooth surgery, causes, complications, and the best time for extraction, this article covers all the professional insights.<\/p>\n<h2>\ud83e\uddb7 What is an Impacted Tooth?<\/h2>\n<p>An <strong>impacted tooth<\/strong> (Impacted Tooth) is a tooth whose natural eruption path has been blocked, preventing it from appearing in the mouth. Common causes include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Insufficient space in the jaw<\/li>\n<li>Incorrect tooth eruption direction<\/li>\n<li>Bone or dental obstacles<\/li>\n<li>Genetic or hereditary factors<\/li>\n<li>Cysts or tumors blocking the eruption path<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcc9 Complications of Leaving an Impacted Tooth Untreated<\/h2>\n<p>If an impacted tooth remains in the jaw, it can lead to serious issues such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Intermittent or chronic jaw pain<\/li>\n<li>Gum infection or pericoronitis around the impacted tooth<\/li>\n<li>Decay of adjacent teeth<\/li>\n<li>Misalignment or tilting of other teeth<\/li>\n<li>Cyst or tumor formation in the jaw area<\/li>\n<li>Persistent bad breath and chronic gum swelling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccd Most Common Impacted Teeth<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Tooth Type<\/th>\n<th>Prevalence<\/th>\n<th>Description<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Lower Wisdom Tooth<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Very common<\/td>\n<td>Often lacks sufficient space to erupt<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Upper Canine<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Relatively common<\/td>\n<td>Impaction may cause displacement of other teeth<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Premolars<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Less common<\/td>\n<td>Usually caused by genetic factors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd2a How is Impacted Tooth Surgery Performed?<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-897 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drdelaram.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/impact-2.jpg\" alt=\"Impacted Tooth Surgery\" width=\"275\" height=\"183\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If the impacted tooth cannot erupt naturally, the best treatment is <strong>surgical removal by a periodontist<\/strong>. The procedure generally involves the following steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Examination and radiographic imaging (OPG or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalespace.com\/patient\/80-cone-beam-cbct-pour-cone-beam-computed-tomography-htm\/#:~:text=Radiologie%2C%20Soins%20Dentaires%20%7C-,Le%20Cone%20Beam%20ou%20CBCT%20(pour%20Cone%20Beam%20Computed%20Tomography,exploration%20du%20syst%C3%A8me%20dento%2Dmaxillaire.\" rel=\"noopener\">CBCT<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Local anesthesia in the surgical area<\/li>\n<li>Incision of the gum to access the impacted tooth<\/li>\n<li>Extraction of the tooth and cleaning of the site<\/li>\n<li>Suturing the surgical area<\/li>\n<li>Post-operative care instructions<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>\u23f3 Best Age for Impacted Tooth Surgery<\/h2>\n<p>The optimal age for removing impacted wisdom teeth is <strong>before 30 years old<\/strong>. Reasons include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>More flexible jawbone<\/li>\n<li>Faster and more complete healing<\/li>\n<li>Reduced risk of residual defects or scarring<\/li>\n<li>Fewer post-surgical complications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For individuals over 30, surgery may be slightly more challenging and bone healing slower.<\/p>\n<h2>Comparison Table: Impacted Tooth Surgery Before and After Age 30<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Feature<\/th>\n<th>Before 30<\/th>\n<th>After 30<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Jawbone Flexibility<\/td>\n<td>High<\/td>\n<td>Lower<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Recovery Speed<\/td>\n<td>Fast<\/td>\n<td>Slower<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Residual Scarring Risk<\/td>\n<td>Low<\/td>\n<td>Higher<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Post-Surgical Complications<\/td>\n<td>Fewer<\/td>\n<td>More<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Professional Recommendation<\/td>\n<td>Highly suitable<\/td>\n<td>With caution and additional evaluation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>\u2753 Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h3>1. Does an impacted wisdom tooth always need extraction?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, if there is insufficient space for eruption or if it causes pain or damage to neighboring teeth. Final diagnosis is made by a periodontist.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Is impacted tooth surgery painful?<\/h3>\n<p>No. The procedure is done under local anesthesia, and post-operative discomfort is managed with painkillers.<\/p>\n<h3>3. How many days of rest are needed?<\/h3>\n<p>Typically 2\u20133 days of rest is sufficient, but a soft diet is recommended for up to 7 days.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Can an impacted canine be corrected with orthodontics?<\/h3>\n<p>In some cases, yes. If the canine\u2019s root is not fully formed and its position is favorable, orthodontics can guide it into place.<\/p>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccd Clinic Address and Contact Information<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Doctor:<\/strong> Dr. Mohammadreza Delaram \u2013 Periodontist &amp; Implant Specialist<br \/>\n<strong>Clinic Address:<\/strong> Tehran, Vanak Square, Molla Sadra Street, No. 8, Sadra Medical Building, Unit 4<br \/>\n<strong>Phone:<\/strong> 021-88201670 | 021-88201671<br \/>\n<strong>Mobile (Call, WhatsApp, Telegram):<\/strong> 09912803505<br \/>\n<strong>Working Hours:<\/strong> Saturday to Wednesday, 10 AM \u2013 4 PM<\/p>\n<h2>\u2705 Book Your Impacted Tooth Surgery in Tehran<\/h2>\n<p>If you have an impacted wisdom or canine tooth, don\u2019t wait. Early surgical intervention simplifies treatment and prevents potential complications. Contact us for a consultation and specialized examination, or send a message via WhatsApp.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcde Quick Call: <strong>021-88201670<\/strong><br \/>\n\ud83d\udcf1 WhatsApp Consultation: <strong>09912803505<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Impacted teeth are one of the most common dental issues during adolescence and early adulthood. 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