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Wisdom teeth or third molars are usually the last teeth to develop, and are located in the back of your mouth. They usually have developed between the ages of 17 and 24. The jaws of modern humans are normally not large enough for the wisdom teeth to enter into the mouth and become fully functional. When this occurs they are classified as 'impacted', meaning that they are blocked by another tooth or bone and are therefore prevented from entering and assuming a normal position in the mouth. A special x-ray of your teeth and jaws called an OPG (orthopantomogram) can determine if your wisdom teeth are impacted.

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I would like to know if we nned wisdom teeth?

No you don't need them.


Can impacted and partially impacted wisdom teeth cause facial spasms?

Not as far as i know. I had all 4 of wisdom teeth impacted and i wasnt having facial spasms. If your wisdom teeth are impacted, you need to get them extracted as soon as possible


Why do you need wisdom teeth for?

to eat


Where do wisdom teeth grow?

Yes. If your mouth is big enough, like mine is, there is no need to remove the wisdom teeth. I know many people who have all of their wisdom teeth, or only had 1 or 2 removed.


Do deer have wisdom teeth?

I do not know but you could kill a deer and inspect the teeth :)


Ok i lost three bottom front teeth i have all my wisdom teeth can i take my wisdom teeth and file them down to fit in the place of my missing teeth as replacement or at least an anchor for a bridge?

No That's impossible youll just have missing teeth regaurdless But you don't need your wisdom teeth


When can a wisdom tooth be removed?

Wisdom teeth usually begin to surface during young adulthood, between ages 18 and 22. Oftentimes, dentists will tell patients with surfacing wisdom teeth that they need to be removed, since wisdom teeth can crowd existing teeth by forcing them to scrunch together.


Why do you need your wisdom teeth out?

Im ten I don't have them yet


Do you lose a bit of your eyesight power if you take out your wisdom teeth?

I have never heard of that happening. As far as I know, eyesight has nothing to do with you having or not having your wisdom teeth.


Why do we need to remove wisdom teeth?

There is a need to remove wisdom teeth only if they cause problems or might cause them in the future. There are no proper benefits of removing wisdom teeth if there are no issues. Removing wisdom teeth without a reason can be painful and may come with side effects. There is a huge percentage of adults in Europe that have not gotten their wisdom teeth removed because there is no need. So the question is when should we get our wisdom teeth removed. Before you plan to get it removed, it is better to answer these few questions: - Have your wisdom teeth caused a problem to the nearby teeth, or do you see an increased risk of that happening? Are the wisdom teeth stopping the other teeth from developing in the right way? Will the wisdom teeth interfere with the dental treatments or any jaw-related treatments you have planned? What risks are associated with wisdom tooth removal surgery? Could the wisdom teeth replace the missing or badly damaged molar? If you have already positioned permanent teeth, the extra molars will force the teeth to move. It causes pain or overcrowding. That means it will get difficult to brush your teeth or floss effectively. Impacted wisdom teeth can affect the sinuses. Wisdom teeth have to be removed if the molar's growth causes pain or congestion. Oral health is very much essential. Therefore, make sure to consult your dentist regularly to prevent any dental issues from occurring. Visit Platinum Dental Care for the best quality dental treatments at affordable prices.


When does a wisdom tooth need to be surgically removed?

Wisdom tooth extraction requires an oral surgeon when the wisdom tooth is compacted, or when the area around the tooth is infected.


Why is your lower wisdom tooth oozing?

They need to be extracted, your jawline does not have enough room for your wisdom teeth and therefore behind your wisdom teeth, food is getting trapped and pus is oozing. Go to the dentist soon.