Root resorption
The roots of the teeth can resorb (dissolve) away when the remodelling cells (called…
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Short and long roots
The roots of the teeth may be long or short. Having long roots is an advantage; it allows…
Wisdom tooth
If the wisdom tooth becomes impacted against another tooth, food debris and bacteria can…
Tooth impaction: Is the tooth stuck?
A tooth is impacted if it fails to erupt due to some obstruction. The obstruction may be…
Keeping your wisdom tooth.
Not all wisdom teeth need to be removed. If they are well-aligned, functional and are…
Deeply embedded wisdom teeth
Deeply embedded wisdom teeth may be left alone. They will not decay if they are not…
Freeing impacted teeth
Impacted teeth can be dis-impacted with orthodontic braces, provided there is space…
Should I remove my wisdom teeth?
Whether wisdom teeth have to be removed depends on the angulation and position of your…
Can I avoid surgery for my impacted wisdom tooth?
A lot depends on the depth of impaction. If the tooth is not too deeply impacted, it can…
