Wisdom teeth are the four permanent adult teeth at the back corners of your mouth. They usually erupt between the ages of 17 and 25. Wisdom teeth can cause pain, infection, and other problems if they don't have enough room to grow in properly. In some cases, wisdom teeth need to be removed.
Wisdom teeth are often removed in a dental office. The procedure typically takes about an hour. The dentist will numb the area around the tooth and then use forceps to remove it. In some cases, the tooth may need to be cut into pieces in order to remove it. After the tooth is removed, the dentist will clean the area and place a bandage over the wound.
