Impacted or misaligned wisdom teeth are common in adults and can lead to several serious complications. Here are some of the most common issues:

• Misaligned bite:
  Misaligned or impacted wisdom teeth exert pressure on surrounding teeth, causing them to shift, which can lead to bite misalignment and affect chewing function.

• Pericoronitis (gum infection):
  Misaligned wisdom teeth are difficult to clean, leading to food debris and bacterial buildup. This can cause swelling, pain, infection, and even cellulitis if not treated promptly.

• Cheek mucosa ulcers:
  Wisdom teeth growing toward the cheek can cause repeated trauma and ulceration of the cheek mucosa when chewing.

• Chronic sore throat:
  Pus discharge from an infected wisdom tooth can drain into the throat, leading to persistent sore throat.

• Swollen lymph nodes:
  Infections around wisdom teeth can spread to the lymph nodes in the jaw and neck, causing swelling and discomfort.

To prevent these complications, individuals with misaligned or impacted wisdom teeth should consult an oral and maxillofacial specialist for timely diagnosis and treatment.