Wisdom Tooth Extraction in Karnataka
Surgical removal of one or more impacted or problematic wisdom teeth (third molars) that are causing pain, infection, crowding, or damage to adjacent teeth. Per…
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Types of Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Simple extraction is performed when the wisdom tooth has fully erupted and is accessible like any other tooth, while surgical extraction is needed for impacted teeth still under the gum or bone, requiring a small incision and sometimes sectioning the tooth for easier removal. The complexity depends on the angle and depth of impaction seen on dental X-rays.