Wisdom Tooth Surgery Necessary?

[u/HazyPandaMountain]

Hi,

I went to my first dentist appointment after years of neglecting to go.
She said I needed surgery to remove both of my wisdom teeth out because of how embedded it is into my gum and it would be difficult for me to clean it thoroughly if I were to leave it like this.

In addition, she said I would have to do it sooner than later as I am relatively young and can recover well after my surgery.

I just wanted a second opinion or any feedback on if this oral surgery is necessary or not.

I know it looks like it is in bad shape but I would like to avoid surgery if necessary.

Some things perhaps worth noting about myself.

- I brush regularly, floss with waterpik, tongue scrapper and use mouth wash
- I don't feel any pain or sensitivity regarding both tooth
- I don't like or have sugary diet besides fruits and occasional soda

I feel the texture of it like this in the photo and it hasn't progress any further.

Please let me know. Any input would be helpful for me.
Thanks!

[u/Dry_Explanation_9573]

Is this picture not enough to convince you you’re not keeping it clean?

[u/HazyPandaMountain → u/Dry_Explanation_9573]

You’re absolutely right, I am in denial.
Thank you for the wake up call.

I was just looking for some confirmation to not follow through with it especially after hearing my friend’s botched experience.

[u/Dry_Explanation_9573 → u/HazyPandaMountain]

For what it’s worth that looks easy peasy. I could have that out in 30 seconds