About Dental

Wisdom teeth are third molars found at the back of your mouth. Most people have four wisdom teeth, two on top, two on bottom. These are the last of your teeth to erupt through the gums and they normally emerge between ages 17 and 21.

At times, wisdom teeth aren’t able to come out normally and become trapped within your jaw. Impacted wisdom teeth can cause problems, from nuisance pain to serious dental disorders. They often must be surgically removed. Learning more about impacted wisdom teeth will help you decide when to treat them and how to avoid related complications.