At what point should a wisdom tooth be removed?

I know not everyone needs to have them removed. I am asking because i have been noticing one of mine coming in. I would say its been like this for at least 3 months. It doesn't really hurt that bad, but my mouth is sore for a day or two and then it goes away. I would like to know how important it is to get it removed. I don't have dental insurance right now and I am worried this tooth is going to cost me a lot of money i dont have. :(
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Some people can keep their wisdom teeth, but it depends on the effect they are having on the rest of your mouth. So what i suggest is go to the dentist for an evaluation. Although most general dentists do not extract wisdom teeth (some can but most don't), they can probably tell you whether or not you have to get them removed. A lot of dentists will have a free consultation or exam and i would try that. one that is free is at aspen dental ( for the coupon go to http://www.aspendental.com/coupons/freee… ) But if you are told you have to get them out don't fret. Insurance generally takes a while and wont cover pre-existing conditions, but you would be eligible for a discount dental plan. The difference between those and traditional insurance is that they start immediately, they cover pre-existing conditions, they a cheap to get some are just 6.95 per month, and they work for major procedures. And from the situation that you have described that sounds like a good fit for you. The plan I personally recommend is at www.1Dental.com. Its the cheapest to get started right away. But another plan you can check is the Aetna Dental Access Plan. But again. get a consultation/exam, because if you do need to get them removed and you wait, it will just cause more problems that are more expensive. Hope that helps.
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