What are wisdom teeth?
Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, are located behind all of your other teeth. More often than not, these teeth are too large for your jaw to accommodate. However, if you look at our prehistoric ancestors’ lives, then you’ll see why these teeth were necessary. They needed to chew tough meat and raw vegetation. Today, however, our eating habits are much different, so these teeth have become obsolete.
Why should wisdom teeth be extracted?
Because these teeth are large, they sometimes do not even erupt through the gum—these are called impacted wisdom teeth. Whether impacted or not, wisdom teeth can press on adjacent teeth. This might not only be painful, but it can also cause misalignment. And because wisdom teeth are so far back in your mouth, cleaning them can be difficult, which can increase the risk of cavities and gum disease.
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