When to Consider Getting Your Wisdom Teeth Removed

Dental work usually isn’t something most people look forward to. For some, going to the dentist or oral surgeon is a dreaded activity. Of course, caring for your teeth is essential for overall health, and being aware of your wisdom teeth is no different. Most, but not all, people need to get these teeth pulled. Here are some situations that may help you decide whether this is best for you.

Wisdom teeth usually break through in a person's late teens or early 20s. By this time, all other permanent teeth are in place, meaning space inside the mouth is limited. Allowing wisdom teeth to come through in these cases could be painful and detrimental. If there’s no room, it’s time to remove the wisdom teeth.

If you’ve had braces to correct crooked teeth, you surely want to keep them looking great. However, impacted wisdom teeth can undo the work your braces did for you. In this case, it’s best to not let them come in.