Salamatak Journal, issued by the Iraqi Society for Medical Research and Studies, published in its 12th issue a scientific article by Dr. Sundus Abdel-Wadoud, a teaching staff member at the College of Dentistry at the University of Basrah.
The article, which was titled "The Reasons for Extracting an Impacted Wisdom Tooth in the Lower Jaw" included a full explanation of the reasons for wisdom tooth extraction, including the tooth that may not have a suitable space for its eruption naturally, or the angle of eruption of the tooth is not upward, which leads to its complete or partial eruption. It also indicated the problems which may be caused by the impacted wisdom tooth from decay and inflammation of the gums or cause the overlap of the teeth, especially the front ones. In this case, the surgical intervention is necessary for the health of the patient.
Dr. Sundus warned dentists against rushing to make a decision about the extraction process, exposing the patient to unnecessary complications.
