Resolving teeth that haven't come in properly
Impacted Tooth Treatment
Careful treatment for teeth — often wisdom teeth — that haven't erupted properly.
30–60 minutes if removal is needed
Typical duration
A few days to a week for initial healing, with aftercare guidance provided.
Recovery
Representative photoOverview
When a tooth (often a wisdom tooth) is blocked from erupting normally, it can cause pain, crowding, or infection. Treatment ranges from monitoring to surgical removal depending on the case.
Is this right for you?
- Patients with pain or swelling near an unerupted tooth
- Anyone flagged for impacted wisdom teeth on X-ray
- Patients experiencing crowding from an impacted tooth
Signs to watch for
- Pain or swelling near a tooth (often wisdom teeth) that hasn't erupted properly
- Crowding caused by a tooth pushing against its neighbours
Why patients choose this
Resolves pain and crowding caused by the impacted tooth
Prevents future infection risk
Some cases only need monitoring, not removal
What to expect
Imaging
X-rays or scans to see the exact position of the impacted tooth.
Assessment
Deciding between monitoring or removal based on risk.
Treatment
Surgical removal performed under appropriate anaesthesia, if needed.
Recovery guidance
Clear aftercare instructions for healing.
Technology used
- X-ray or scan imaging to map tooth position
- Appropriate anaesthesia for surgical cases
Treatment duration
30–60 minutes if removal is needed
Exact timing depends on your specific case — confirmed at consultation.
Recovery
A few days to a week for initial healing, with aftercare guidance provided.
Common questions
No — some can simply be monitored if they aren't causing problems.
Meet our doctors
A team our patients have trusted for 17 years.
Dr. Neha Kulsum
Proprietor · Root Canal Specialist & Cosmetic Dentist · 12+ years experience
Dr. Neha specialises in painless root canal treatments, smile designing, cosmetic dentistry, crowns and bridges, restorative procedures, and preventive oral healthcare — always with a strong emphasis on precision, comfort, and patient satisfaction. She believes every smile is unique, and takes the time to understand each patient's individual needs before building a treatment plan that prioritises both long-term oral health and aesthetics. As the clinic's proprietor, she carries forward a legacy that began in 1995 — integrating modern dental technology and evidence-based practice with the same gentle, unhurried approach that's kept generations of the same families coming back.
"Your smile is our priority, and your trust is our greatest achievement."
Dr. Shyama Pramod
BDS, MDS, FPOS · Orthodontist
- MDS — Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
- Fellowship in Surgical Orthodontics
- RGUHS rank holder
- Pierre Fauchard Academy award recipient (South Asia Division)
- Braces & clear aligner treatment planning
Dr. Shyama plans and manages orthodontic treatment — braces and clear aligners — including cases that need a combined surgical and orthodontic approach. She holds an MDS in orthodontics alongside a Fellowship in Surgical Orthodontics, graduated as a rank holder from RGUHS, and has been recognised by the Pierre Fauchard Academy for its South Asia division.
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Ready to talk about impacted tooth treatment?
Book a consultation, or call the clinic directly — Kadarenahalli, Bengaluru · +91 97312 14949