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When the wisdom tooth develops and erupts pressure might be applied to the other teeth and gum tissue. The wisdom tooth can also grow in different directions. The pressure on the gum tissue or bone causes pain.

Gum inflammation can develop around impacted wisdom teeth and cause pain. Infection can develop and neighboring teeth may become misaligned, protrude or crooked.

In some cases, wisdom teeth extraction is necessary to prevent further spread of infection and teeth misalignment. Tooth extraction can be followed by additional treatment that would ensure straighter teeth and a better-aligned bite. It a wisdom tooth extraction is recommended for treating an impacted wisdom tooth and not followed through, infection and tooth decay can cause gum disease and tooth loss.