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Impacted teeth might tilt forward, backward, lie flat, or stay upright but trapped beneath the gum. These positions can lead to pain, swelling, infection, damage to nearby teeth, or even crowding and misalignment.

A dentist will assess the angle and depth of impaction using X-rays or 3D imaging, then guide the patient through options.

These might include monitoring, surgical removal, or managing symptoms if the tooth isn’t causing problems. Every case is different, and the dentist’s role is to explain risks, benefits, and the best path forward based on the patient’s needs and anatomy.