Wisdom teeth usually arrive between ages 17 and 25 — often into a jaw that does not have room.
Signs of trouble
- Pain or swelling at the back of the mouth
- Gum flaps that trap food
- Cavities on the wisdom tooth or its neighbour
- Teeth that are stuck under the gum or angled
Monitoring vs removal
Healthy, fully erupted, cleanable wisdom teeth can stay. X-rays help us track ones that may cause problems later.
If removal is recommended
Earlier removal tends to mean easier healing. We refer complex cases to a trusted oral surgeon.
