Why do we get wisdom teeth?

Your wisdom teeth are the four “back teeth” that usually pop into view between the ages of 16 and 30. About 20-30% of people end up getting two teeth from the wisdom tooth line, in addition to their regular teeth. And around three-quarters of the population will have some kind of wisdom tooth problem.

Why does my wisdom teeth emerge?

Wisdom teeth can erupt due to a specific trait that some people have passed down through generations. This trait is called hypodermic tooth eruption. If your parents or grandparents had this trait, it’s likely that you will, too. In some cases, your wisdom teeth may even emerge at an angle. The teeth that emerge at an angle are called “inverted”. While most people with hypodermic tooth eruption have no problems, others may have difficulty seeing or chewing

Why do I get wisdom teeth?

The human body does not stop growing after infancy. The growth of teeth continues until the age of 30, when most people have finished getting their wisdom teeth. If your jaw has enough room, your teeth may try to grow and push the teeth back and up into your cheeks or under your jaw. If this happens, you may end up with a “wisdom tooth” that can cause problems. Wisdom teeth can be a source of pain, swelling, and infection and can sometimes impact the health

Why do teeth grow out early?

It’s not uncommon for a child to have one or more wisdom teeth by the time they’re between the ages of 15 and 25. Most people develop all of their wisdom teeth between the ages of 17 and 25, and the first wisdom teeth usually appear around the age of 17.

Why do we get second molars?

The most common location for wisdom teeth is between the upper canines and the first molars. We usually develop two wisdom teeth, one on each side of the jaw. These teeth usually come in around the age of 17-20 years, although some people may not develop them until they are in their thirties.