With the new school year approaching, AZ Dental, under the guidance of Dr. Navdeep Aulakh, urges parents to schedule wisdom teeth evaluations for their teens. Early detection can prevent common dental problems such as impaction, crowding, and infection, which often lead to pain and more extensive treatments down the road.

According to Dr. Aulakh, impacted wisdom teeth are a frequent issue among teens, especially those with smaller jawlines or overcrowded mouths. “When wisdom teeth can’t fully emerge due to lack of space, they may become impacted, causing discomfort, swelling, and even headaches,” Dr. Aulakh explains. “By performing early evaluations, we can plan for extractions before complications arise.”

Why Early Wisdom Teeth Evaluations Are Important
Dr. Aulakh emphasizes the importance of monitoring wisdom teeth during the teenage years to prevent long-term dental health issues. Impacted or misaligned wisdom teeth can crowd existing teeth, leading to pain, swelling, and sometimes infections. These complications can easily be avoided with a timely evaluation and treatment plan.

Key Issues Linked to Wisdom Teeth Include:

Impaction: Wisdom teeth can become trapped under the gums, leading to pain and inflammation.
Crowding: When there’s not enough space for wisdom teeth, they can push other teeth out of alignment.
Infections: Impacted or partially erupted wisdom teeth may become infected if not properly monitored.
Swelling & Discomfort: Teens often experience swelling and discomfort around impacted wisdom teeth, which can worsen if left untreated.
Infection Control in Wisdom Teeth Extractions
As part of National Dental Infection Control Awareness Month in September, AZ Dental highlights the importance of infection control during procedures like wisdom teeth extractions. Proper infection prevention is critical to ensuring safe outcomes for patients. Dr. Aulakh and her team follow strict hygiene protocols, ensuring that every extraction is performed in a safe, sterile environment.

“Infection control is key to every dental procedure we do, especially in surgeries like wisdom teeth removal,” says Dr. Aulakh. “We ensure that our patients receive the highest standard of care to prevent any risk of infection.”

Real Case Example
Recently, Dr. Aulakh treated a teen patient experiencing pain and swelling due to impacted wisdom teeth. “We identified the problem early, which allowed us to remove the wisdom teeth before they could cause further crowding or infection,” she says. “By catching these issues early, we can save patients from unnecessary discomfort.”

About Dr. Navdeep Aulakh, DDS
Dr. Navdeep Aulakh is an experienced general dentist serving the San Jose community since 1990. A graduate of the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry (University of the Pacific) in San Francisco, Dr. Aulakh has undergone extensive training in general and cosmetic dentistry, oral surgery, and Invisalign® treatment. She is dedicated to providing advanced dental care in a friendly and comfortable setting.

About AZ Dental - San Jose
AZ Dental offers a wide range of preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dental services. Dr. Aulakh and her team provide comprehensive dental care with a focus on patient safety and comfort. In addition to wisdom teeth evaluations and extractions, AZ Dental offers Invisalign®, oral surgery, and family dentistry services.

Contact Information:
AZ Dental - San Jose
2195 Monterey Hwy Suite 30
San Jose, CA 95125
Phone: 408-295-1100
Website: https://www.myazdentalmontereyhwy.com