Impacted Tooth: Types, Signs, Symptoms & Treatment

Last updated 06/25
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This blog has been reviewed and approved by Dr Robert Lee, a dental professional of 35 years

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Key Takeaways

  1. An impacted tooth can grow in crooked and may not erupt past the gumline. 
  2. Sometimes an impacted tooth has symptoms as it grows in and sometimes it may go unnoticed. 
  3. A dentist will determine what kind of impacted tooth you have and how to treat it. 
  4. If you have an impacted tooth, keeping up with good oral hygiene can help avoid infections and other dental issues.