Description

An impacted tooth is one that does not have enough space to emerge or develop normally. This condition often occurs with wisdom teeth, leading to pain, infection, or other dental problems if not addressed.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may refer to impacted teeth in various ways, such as 'diente retenido' or 'diente no erupcionado', but it is important to use 'diente impactado' in formal contexts. Ensure clarity when discussing the implications of this condition, as it can lead to complications.

Example Sentences

EN: The dentist recommended surgery to remove the impacted tooth.

ES: El dentista recomendó una cirugía para extraer el diente impactado.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'impacted' with 'decayed'; misinterpreting 'diente retenido' as the same condition; failing to recognize the urgency of treatment options.