Is it Time to Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Of all the teeth in your mouth, your wisdom teeth (i.e. the last set of molars in both the upper and lower jaw) are among the last to grow. Most people start having them only when they're 16 to 25 years old. Unfortunately, since there may not be that much space left at the back of your teeth, this could mean that your wisdom teeth will grow abnormally.

Not enough space can cause wisdom teeth them to emerge only slightly or even come out horizontally. Thankfully, this doesn't happen to everyone, although some people may think about getting their wisdom teeth removed anyway. To dentists and oral surgeons, these teeth should only be removed if they grew abnormally (as mentioned above) since this increases the chances of bacterial infection in the mouth.

However it is done, wisdom teeth removal should happen early, preferably to people who fall under the aforementioned age range, since teenagers and young adults stand a better chance of recovering fully from such a surgery. In addition, the wisdom teeth of people within this age range are less likely to be firmly rooted, making them easier to extract. If you're interested in having your wisdom teeth removed, it is highly recommended that you consult with your general dentist first.