ArticlesWhere's the Wisdom in Wisdom Teeth? Pediatric Diseases
and ConditionsDental Procedures for Children Also called third
molars, wisdom teeth usually make their first appearance in
young adults between the ages of 17 to 21. Because most mouths
are too small for these four additional molars, an extraction
(removal) procedure, sometimes immediately after they surface,
is often necessary. The following symptoms may indicate that the
wisdom teeth have erupted and surfaced, and should be removed
before they cause more serious problems. The wisdom teeth may be
partially erupted--meaning, the teeth have partially surfaced
and have no room in the mouth to come in completely. However,
each individual may experience symptoms differently. Signs and
symptoms may include: Infection in the mouth Swelling of the
gumline in the back of the mouth Completely impacted teeth have
not come through the gum and may never erupt into the mouth. If
they are not causing problems or potential problems, then many
dentists will opt t