In the past, wisdom teeth served a purpose for humans. For one, they replaced molars once the first set fell out as a result of poor oral hygiene and insufficient access to certain foods. While this may have been an issue for the hunters and gatherers that lived long ago, it’s hardly an issue for humans today. Instead, wisdom teeth removal has become incredibly common, largely because they have the potential to cause serious harm to your oral health. But how do you know for sure if wisdom teeth removal is right for you? Today, an oral surgeon gives you a few signs to consider.
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