A Bite of History: Why Do You Have Wisdom Teeth?

October 16, 2025

Filed under: Uncategorized — novaoms @ 12:01 am
Dentist holding a wisdom tooth with forceps

Wisdom teeth are your last teeth to come in. They often start to erupt in your early 20s or a bit beforehand, but they may be a bit troublesome for a few patients. They can cause pain or crowding, but why do they exist? While it may seem third molars are nothing but trouble, they were important for your ancestors. Keep reading to learn why humans needed them and why they are often removed.

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