Impacted Tooth treatment in San Juan del Rio

Impacted Tooth in Mexico

An impacted tooth is one that fails to fully erupt through the gum and becomes trapped, totally or partially, within the maxillary or mandibular bone. The third molars, known as wisdom teeth, are the teeth that most frequently present this condition. Impacted teeth can cause pain, infection, damage to adjacent teeth and, in some cases, cyst formation.

Specialists who treat impacted teeth

At El Doctor, 4,066 registered physicians treat this condition. The main specialties are: Dentist (3,687), Dental Surgeon (294), Orthodontist (30), Maxillofacial Surgeon (15), and Pediatric Dentist (15). The average consultation cost is approximately $482 MXN.

Cities with the greatest coverage

The cities with the most available specialists are Mexico City (1,495), Chihuahua (499), Aguascalientes (459), Cancun (233), and Celaya (216).

The most common treatment for impacted teeth is surgical extraction, performed by a dentist or maxillofacial surgeon. A radiographic evaluation is recommended to determine the exact position of the tooth and plan the procedure.

Source: El Doctor database (eldoctor.com.mx), March 2026. This information is for guidance only and does not replace professional medical consultation.