What is an impacted tooth?

An impacted tooth is one that is prevented from erupting into the mouth normally. And impacted teeth are a risk factor for problems such as tooth infection, cyst formation, or damage to adjacent teeth.
 
The removal of impacted teeth is an operation. It requires incision of the overlying tissue, and often the removal of bone to be able to extract the tooth. The tooth may have to be sectioned. Take this operation seriously, and plan for a couple of days' rest afterward to promote good healing. The area around the surgery will swell considerably and will be very sore. This swelling will make it hard to open your mouth for a few days. You will probably need to take pain medications for about two to five days afterward, depending on the extent of the surgery and your body's response to it. Plan on a diet of soft foods for up to a week. You will also experience general body weakness for a few days.
 
Your dentist may provide you with instructions on how to cleanse the area of the surgery, how to control abnormal bleeding, and other aspects of post-operative care. Follow these instructions carefully for best healing results. If your dentist hasn't done that, here are some instructions.

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