Hwagok wisdom tooth: Why it’s better to remove it early

Hello.

This is E-Comfortable World Dental Clinic.

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If you have wisdom teeth,

I think you may have wondered at least once:

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💁🏻‍♀️: When should I have my wisdom tooth removed?

Hwagok wisdom tooth

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Today, I’d like to talk about the right timing for wisdom tooth extraction.

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If you’re curious, please stay with this post until the end.

Before explaining why the timing of wisdom tooth extraction is important, I’d like to give you a quick notice in advance.

| [ notice ] Wisdom tooth extraction is very common, but the difficulty of extraction varies from person to person, and the dentist’s judgment can also differ. Therefore, this is a topic that should be handled carefully, and the content below is based on general cases. Please note in advance that treatment methods may vary depending on the individual. Consultation with a medical professional before extraction is most important. |

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chapter. 1

Why is the timing of wisdom tooth extraction important?

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In general, the difficulty and risk of extraction are known to increase with age.

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In other words, it is advantageous to detect wisdom tooth problems as early as possible and respond at the appropriate time.

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So why is the timing of wisdom tooth extraction important?

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1. Root completion

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The first thing to check is the degree of root completion of the wisdom tooth.

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The roots of wisdom teeth are fully formed in the early to mid-20s.

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If extraction is done before the roots are fully formed, or before they are fully developed, the bone tissue is also more flexible,

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and because the wisdom tooth has not yet come into contact with the maxillary sinus or the inferior alveolar nerve canal, extraction is often relatively easier.

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2. Age (recovery)

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The second is recovery.

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It goes without saying that recovery is much faster when you are younger.

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After wisdom tooth extraction, it is important for the extraction site to heal as quickly and as well as possible,

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and if extraction is done at a younger age, recovery is faster and the likelihood of complications after extraction is relatively lower.

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This photo is for illustrative purposes.

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3. Adhesion to the jawbone

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As we age, the density of the jawbone gradually becomes harder.

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In other words, this means that the adhesion between the tooth root and the jawbone becomes stronger.

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Therefore, when trying to extract a wisdom tooth at an older age, the jawbone and the wisdom tooth root are often so strongly adhered that greater force is needed for extraction.

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In some cases, the wisdom tooth does not come out easily and must be removed in pieces.

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Therefore, we recommend extraction before the jawbone and the wisdom tooth become strongly adhered.

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4. Prevention

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The last point is prevention.

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Most wisdom teeth cause problems.

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Because they can cause various issues such as cavities, inflammation, and bone resorption, they are sometimes removed in advance as a preventive measure before such problems occur.

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If extraction is performed after the above problems appear, not only is management more difficult,

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but the surrounding teeth may already have been damaged.

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So please remember that even if there is no major problem, there are cases in which extraction is performed preventively.

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🦷 Wisdom Tooth Encyclopedia Summary: Why timing matters for wisdom tooth extraction
☑️ It is advantageous to extract before the roots are fully grown
☑️ Recovery after extraction is faster when you are younger
☑️ It is better to extract before the adhesion to the jawbone becomes strong
☑️ Extraction is sometimes done as a preventive measure

chapter. 2

When is the best time for wisdom tooth extraction?

So when should it be extracted?

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Based on the criteria mentioned above, it is best to remove it before problems arise, before the roots are fully grown, and before strong adhesion to the jawbone develops,

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so we recommend having your wisdom tooth extracted between the late teens and the mid-20s.

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🦷 Wisdom Tooth Encyclopedia Summary: When is the best time for wisdom tooth extraction?
☑️ Between the late teens and the mid-20s

chapter. 3

Are there cases where extraction is needed regardless of age?

When talking about the timing of wisdom tooth extraction, you may also have this question.

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If you are already past your mid-20s and still haven’t had your wisdom tooth removed, can you just keep it for life?

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Not necessarily.

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Let me explain the cases where extraction is needed regardless of age.

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First, the eruption status, angle, and direction need to be examined.

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If the wisdom tooth is coming in straight and has the possibility of fully erupting outside the jaw,

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sometimes we may choose to monitor it rather than remove it right away.

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This photo is for illustrative purposes.

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However, if the wisdom tooth is coming in at an angle, or is only partially erupted, or if part of the wisdom tooth is covered by gum tissue or mucosa, or if it affects the bone or other teeth, then it is extracted regardless of age.

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Extraction is also recommended when symptoms occur around the wisdom tooth.

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For example, if there is repeated pain around the wisdom tooth, swelling or pus in the gums, or if cavities or inflammation develop, it is better to have it removed.

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🦷 Wisdom Tooth Encyclopedia Summary: When wisdom teeth need early extraction
☑️ When they grow abnormally (partial eruption, impaction, etc.)
☑️ When they affect nearby teeth
☑️ When symptoms appear around the wisdom tooth

Wisdom teeth also have an appropriate timing for extraction.

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Please have them removed before it is too late and protect your oral health.

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Thank you.

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