Question 1

do wisdom teeth close gaps?

Accepted Answer

No: Teeth might drift slightly in some specific situations in a forward direction over time and perhaps close a nearby space, but it would not be directly caused by an erupting wisdom tooth. They certainly won&#x27;t close generalized spaces in front teeth.

Question 2

i'm 30 and going to get my upper wisdom teeth removed. will this cause my other teeth to shift and form gaps?

Accepted Answer

NO!: Erupting wisdom teeth do not cause crowding and having them removed does not cause gaps nor shifting of teeth.

Question 3

if someone i know is getting 2 molars extracted at age 14, would the wisdom teeth help fill in the gaps from the missing teeth?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If it's upper 2nd molars being removed, 3rd molars (wisdom teeth) may be a viable option. In the lower arch, however, chances of successful replacement is more problematic. Your friend may need the help of a specialist Orthodontist to help create a successful conclusion. See an Orthodontist for an Initial Examination (usually free) to understand options.

Question 4

can i use braces to cover up huge gap on my teeth because of tooth loss? does brace work on this? ps: my wisdom teeth not growing yet.

Accepted Answer

Implant: Braces can slowly shift your teeth and narrow the gap, but may not be ideal if your teeth are alreay straight and evenly spaced. If that is so, an implant or a bridge may work---check with your dentist.

Question 5

if someone i know is getting 2 molars extracted at age 14, would the wisdom teeth help fill in the gaps from the missing teeth when they come in? they are both 2nd molars one in the top and one the bottom?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Either there is not enough room for your molars so extractions were necessary, or too many teeth for your jaw size. You should,discuss this with the treating dentist for an accurate answer, however; nature will fill,the gap either by relaxing current teeth or allowing the new teeth to emerge. Keep smiling

Question 6

wisdom teeth removed 2 days ago, checked surgery site noticed a visible hole/gap where i think the blood clot should be. theres a literal hole there now, i imagine food can get caught in there = dry socket. doesnt hurt right now, what do i do?

Accepted Answer

: First flush out any debris that may have entered the surgery site. You can get a water flusher device at any pharmacy and use it now. Did you have sutures? go back to surgeon for treatment and sutures if needed and dry socket paste if necessary.

Question 7

i got my wisdom teeth taken out about two weeks ago. there are now two open holes where they were taken out, will these close?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes tissues take several weeks to close fully. It will actually take 4 to 6 months for the bone underneath to fill in.   Keep the areas clean by brushing and rinsing now that is has been a couple weeks since extractions.  (we however tell patients not to rinse for the first several days after extraction)  as long as it if not sore or swollen, just give it time.

Question 8

when do sockets close after wisdom teeth surgery?

Accepted Answer

Takes time: It depends on whether the tooth was erupted or impacted. It also depends on the size of the tooth and the patients age and healing ability.  In any case, it takes time (weeks to months) for the surface of the socket to close up. Since soft tissue heals more quickly then bone it may appear healed on the surface but  bony healing continues for quite some time.

Question 9

the dentist wants to take all 4 wisdom teeth out at once, but will i be left with four holes. will they ever close?

Accepted Answer

Yes you will heal: Within a few weeks.  It is not uncommon to have all four removed at one time.  If i were to have root canal therapy i would go to an endodontist, braces - orthodontist. So for wisdom teeth - an oral and maxillofacial surgeon.  The procedure should be smooth with sedation and for all four, even fully bony impacted it should take no longer than about 30-40 minutes.

Question 10

what is the likeliness of having 6 wisdom teeth?

Accepted Answer

Rare: But certainly possible. It's not like a unicorn.

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Can i use braces to cover up huge gap on my teeth because of tooth loss? does brace work on this? ps: my wisdom teeth not growing yet.

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If someone i know is getting 2 molars extracted at age 14, would the wisdom teeth help fill in the gaps from the missing teeth when they come in? they are both 2nd molars one in the top and one the bottom?

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Wisdom teeth removed 2 days ago, checked surgery site noticed a visible hole/gap where i think the blood clot should be. theres a literal hole there now, i imagine food can get caught in there = dry socket. doesnt hurt right now, what do i do?

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I got my wisdom teeth taken out about two weeks ago. there are now two open holes where they were taken out, will these close?

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When do sockets close after wisdom teeth surgery?

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The dentist wants to take all 4 wisdom teeth out at once, but will i be left with four holes. will they ever close?

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What is the likeliness of having 6 wisdom teeth?

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