Indianapolis dentist Dr. Amy Marckese offers a unique dental experience focused on patient education and customized treatment plans. Learn more about wisdom teeth and whether removing them is best for you.
Wisdom teeth usually erupt between the ages of 17-25, which is why they’re referred to as “wisdom” teeth. The saying goes that this is when people start leaving the home to search for wisdom, so that’s why the teeth are named for this period in life. Who knows?
They are clinically referred to as “third molars” because they are very similar to the first two sets of molars that develop in childhood and adolescence. You might remember a little bit of discomfort in middle school when your second set of molars was positioning itself. The process involved in the third set of molars is the same, but this time there’s less room for them to move around.
Not everyone needs their wisdom teeth removed. If they are causing oral health problems or pain, your dentist may recommend removal. In some cases, patients do not have any issues and have their wisdom teeth for the rest of their lives.
Some of the specific indicators that may signal wisdom teeth removal are:
It’s important to know that not everyone with wisdom teeth will need them removed. Sometimes they erupt with no problems, or they can be managed without surgery. There are several factors to be considered, so it’s important to have regular dental check-ups, especially as a teen and young adult. Patients in the Indianapolis, IN area who want to learn more about wisdom teeth removal can schedule an appointment with DentalSpa online or call us at 866.486.0230.
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