Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars that erupt in the back corners of the upper and lower normal adult mouth. Unfortunately, most people experience problems from wisdom teeth; in most cases, this is because the teeth erupt too close to existing permanent teeth, causing crowding, improper bites, and other problems.
If wisdom teeth are causing a problem, this could mean that they are impacted. Impacted wisdom teeth can be extremely painful, as well as harmful to your oral health. Symptoms are easy to spot: pain, inflammation, and some kinds of infections.
Many people need to have their wisdom teeth extracted to avoid future serious problems. In general, the lack of the four wisdom teeth does not hamper one's ability to properly bite down, speak or eat.
Location
Wisdom Teeth
MEET YOUR DOCTOR
Vijaya Canakala, DMD
Dr. Canakala graduated from Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine in 2006. She worked in Private practice in Massachusetts for over nine years before she moved to Connecticut.
Dr. Canakala’s practice philosophy is to help restore and maintain good oral health for all her patients by providing excellent dental care in a gentle and compassionate way. She strongly believes in continuing education and training, and she will continue to make it a top priority in her practice. She gained extensive knowledge in not only general dentistry but expanded her skillset in aesthetic procedures and implant restorations in her practice.
Dr. Canakala is a member of American Dental Association (ADA), Connecticut State Dental Association (CSDA) and Middlesex County Dental Society.
In her personal time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Mukesh (who is also a Dentist), their family and friends. She loves to spend time outdoors with her two beautiful sons Aarush and Ishan.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday:
8:00 am-5:00 pm
Tuesday:
10:00 am-7:00 pm
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
8:00 am-5:00 pm
Friday:
8:00 am-5:00 pm
Saturday:
by appointment only
Sunday:
Closed