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Bite Sized Wisdom: Facts on Wisdom Teeth

Posted on 1/1/2017 by Olivia Ortega

Wisdom teeth, the late blooming elder teeth of your mouth, behave a little differently than your other teeth. Know the facts: Bite Sized Wisdom- Knowing the Facts on Wisdom TeethWisdom teeth get their name from the time frame at which they finally show up in your mouth. They typically appear in a person’s late teens or early twenties, sometimes called “The Age of Wisdom,” though your parents may disagree. Wisdom teeth cause trouble because they often grow at odd angles. This makes it hard for them to break out of your gum, if at all. Another reason wisdom teeth often can’t get out of gums is because there is not enough room for them. The plus side is that this could be because you’ve kept your teeth nice and straight. Some people never grow wisdom teeth! Wisdom teeth, among other teeth, house valuable stem cells that can be saved to help you treat other conditions you may have down the road. A pearl of wisdom for you. Wisdom teeth removal, with proper sedation, is painless. The tough part is recovery, which can last a few days to several weeks. Following your physician’s instructions will help you through recovery as quickly as possible. In ancient times, when diets were harder on teeth, wisdom teeth made more sense. People couldn’t influence the way their teeth moved around so it was easier for wisdom teeth to find space to pop in. With today’s high-quality dental care, wisdom teeth aren’t necessary. Given that most people end up removing these teeth surgically, research is being done to find ways to prevent their growth altogether. This would save a trip to the surgeon! You may or may not ever notice that your wisdom teeth need to be removed. Some people notice some pain or irritation, some notice nothing at all. Making an appointment with our office is the only way to know for sure. Most people have four wisdom teeth. It’s possible to have fewer or more than four, though it’s very uncommon. Wisdom teeth can be quirky and troublesome. To make sure you or your child’s wisdom teeth aren’t creating difficulties down the road, make an appointment with us today!

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