How long can i wait to have an impacted tooth removed? do i really even need to have it removed? its not causing any pain. my dentist says its growing at an angle, so itll never come in normal. she wants to remove it as soon as possible. my friend has

It : It depends upon whether it is infected or you are in pain. If it is or you are, then you should seek immediate professional attention. Many impacted teeth are not painful but should at least be monitored with an x-ray once a year to make sure there are no problems with it.

Here is the problem.: Depending on the angle of its position and if it is directly contacting the tooth in front, you could risk development of decay and/or bone loss to both teeth and ultimately lose both instead of just the wisdom tooth. In this forum, without full diagnostic information, it is impossible to say for sure. Either trust your dentist or get a second opinion.

Depends: Many impacted teeth will eventually cause problems with either infection, periodontal disease, or damage to adjacent teeth. However, these could take years to become a problem depending on the location of your specific teeth. Removal earlier in life has a much better success and faster healing with less complication. Do not wait too long.

See Oral Surgeon: Your friend is not you, and no two dental problems are exactly alike. See an Oral Surgeon, a wisdom tooth specialist, for evaluation and recommendation. Impacted teeth can cause painless damage to adjacent teeth and tissues. Treatment is easier when you are not dealing with an acute emergency. Ask your Dentist for referral.