What are the risks involved with wisdom teeth removal?

Numbness: Numbness of the face is one of the risks. Sometimes, the nerve supplying the lower lip can be damaged and the lower lip can become numb. A second risk is dry socket, where you lose the clot in the socket and get an infection. This can be very painful. A third risk is actual fracture of the jaw. This happens rarely, but it can happen.

Numerous, but...: The risks of removal in the young are generally outweighed by the risk of pathology--"break even" occurs around age 25. Risks include: common: pain, bleeding, swelling, difficulty swallowing/speaking; rare: damage to other teeth, permanent or reversible damage to nerves (esp. In lower jaw), and sinuses; rarer still: aspiration, death (usually a drug reaction). Talk to dentist about your risks.

Numerous, but: Numerous risks including bleeding, nerve injury, swelling, pain, broken jaw, dry socket. But any surgery has risks. Wisdom tooth removal is safe in the hands of an expert. For best results, see a board certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon for exam/recommendations.