Is it mandatory to remove wisdom teeth for braces?

The general consensus is no. Wisdom teeth should not be removed solely for the purpose of preventing movement of other teeth because you have or had braces. There’s a common misconception that wisdom teeth push other teeth out of their way as they erupt, causing them to move and overlap. However, this is not the case.

Why do they remove premolars for braces?

Most dentists and orthodontists were trained in school to remove premolars when a patient has crowded teeth. Space is then created, and that space can be used to relieve the crowding of the other teeth. Makes sense, right?

Should I get my wisdom teeth removed before Invisalign?

While growing up, we were told of the different kinds of teeth that make up the 32 teeth in our mouths, but no one ever mentioned that there is something called “wisdom teeth”. We are going to find out what is wisdom teeth and what is the best time to have them removed when Invisalign treatment is required.

Can I wear Invisalign if I have wisdom teeth?

On the off chance your wisdom teeth erupt during treatment, you can still wear braces or Invisalign. You may have to take a short break from aligners to allow the area to heal, but it shouldn’t affect your progress.

Can I get my wisdom teeth removed with Invisalign?

The timing of wisdom teeth extraction will vary from patient to patient. In some cases it might be advisable to have this procedure before you begin orthodontic treatment. In others, wisdom tooth removal can wait until after you are finished with Invisalign or your braces are removed.

Should I extract all 4 wisdom teeth?

To answer the question of whether or not you should remove all 4 of your wisdom teeth at once, the quick answer is, “Yes, you should.” Every patient will be different, and you can rest assured that our doctors will develop an individual treatment plan for your specific needs.