Embedded and impacted teeth (K01)

The ICD-10 code section K01 covers conditions involving embedded and impacted teeth, which refer to teeth that have failed to emerge properly in the mouth. These codes help identify specific types of dental impactions important for diagnosis and treatment planning.

The code K01.0 is used for embedded teeth, meaning teeth that are lodged within the jawbone or gums without erupting. This includes common terms like "embedded tooth." Meanwhile, K01.1 relates to impacted teeth, which describes teeth trapped beneath the gums or bone and unable to emerge normally. This specific code covers a range of situations including partially or fully impacted teeth in bone or soft tissue, failure of eruption, and complications such as pathological resorption caused by impaction. Synonyms like "impacted molars," "impacted canine," and "failure of tooth eruption" all point to this code. Recognizing the appropriate ICD-10 code for these conditions ensures accurate medical records and supports appropriate dental care.