Dental Impaction
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Dental impaction happens when a tooth cannot fully emerge through the gum and remains totally or partially retained within the bone or the tissue, a common situation with the wisdom teeth.
Frequent symptoms: It may occur without discomfort or show up with pain, gum inflammation, pressure on the neighboring teeth or difficulty opening the mouth.
Possible consequences: An impacted tooth sometimes favors infections, cavities in nearby teeth or misalignment, so it's worth keeping an eye on it.
Who treats it? The dentist performs the initial assessment and, depending on the case, refers to the maxillofacial surgeon; the orthodontist also takes part when there are implications for the bite. If you notice discomfort or a tooth that does not finish coming in, a professional review will allow the right course to be defined.
Data on 5,208 doctors who treat dental impaction
Which specialist treats dental impaction?
Dental impaction should be evaluated by a dentist, who determines the right course of care. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon or an orthodontist may be involved depending on the case. Find these specialists.
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Doctors specialized in dental impaction
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Frequently asked questions
What is dental impaction?
Dental impaction happens when a tooth cannot fully emerge through the gum and remains totally or partially retained within the bone or the tissue, a common situation with the wisdom teeth.
Which doctor treats dental impaction?
Dental impaction should be evaluated by a dentist, who determines the right course of care. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon or an orthodontist may be involved depending on the case. Find these specialists.