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\"Wisdom_Teeth\"<\/p>\n

Most Goose Creek folks have had some exposure to the concept of wisdom teeth. Perhaps you have had yours removed, are considering a removal, or Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams<\/a> has just shown you an X-Ray with the infamous third molars creeping into view. It\u2019s common to hear patients ask how they are removed, but we rarely hear people talking about the reasons for getting rid of wisdom teeth. Today, we at Carolina Complete Dental are going to explain what wisdom teeth are, why they don\u2019t deserve to stay in your mouth, and how we can help! As always, feel free to call us<\/a> with any questions or concerns.<\/p>\n

What are Wisdom Teeth?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wisdom teeth are the third set of adult molars. Unlike the rest of your adult teeth, they appear many years later, typically between the ages of 17 and 25. Most people get four wisdom teeth (one in each back corner), but some get fewer, some get more, and some lucky folks never get any. Despite their name, wisdom teeth do not confer any special knowledge or enlightenment upon their owners. They just happen to show up later in life than the rest.<\/p>\n

Why Get Rid of Wisdom Teeth?<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are two basic reasons we remove wisdom teeth – they are impacted (stuck in the gums, jawbone, or both), or they are likely to become a problem. The general idea is laid out below. Make sure to check these out before getting too excited about the potential for extra chomping power.<\/p>\n