Diseases and Conditions
Impacted wisdom teeth
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Complications
Prevention
Diagnosis
Treatment
Coping and support
Preparing for an appointment
Prevention
You can't keep an impaction from occurring, but keeping regular six-month dental appointments for cleaning and checkups enables your dentist to monitor the growth and emergence of your wisdom teeth. Regularly updated dental X-rays may indicate impacted wisdom teeth before any symptoms develop.