Wisdom teeth, also known as the third molars, are the last of your pearly whites to develop. They usually come in during the last years of being a teenager or early adulthood—between the ages of 16 and 24. While wisdom teeth can oftentimes develop without any issues, they can cause issues for some people. In some cases, the third molars can become impacted below the gumline, leading to oral health issues. Read on to learn four problems that can result from impacted wisdom teeth and what to do about them.
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