When teeth cause problems, or X-rays show they might be down the line, they need to come out. Other good reasons to take them out include:

• Infection

• Cavities

• Fractures

In case of wisdom teeth:

• Damage to other teeth: That extra set of molars in case of wisdom teeth can push your other teeth around, causing mouth pain and bite problems.

• Jaw damage: Cysts can form around the wisdom  teeth. If they aren’t treated, they can hollow out your jaw and damage nerves.

• Sinus  Issues: Problems with wisdom teeth can lead to sinus pain, pressure, and congestion.

• Inflamed Gums: Tissue around the area can swell and may be hard to clean.

• Cavities: Swollen gums can create pockets between teeth that help bacteria grow and cavities form.

• Alignment: Impacted teeth can cause problems with crowding of other teeth and even make treatment to straighten other teeth necessary.