Wisdom teeth extraction procedure is common for Palo Alto young adults
The extraction of wisdom teeth has become a common occurrence for young adults in the San Carlos area. Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars located at the very back of the mouth. These four teeth typically begin to erupt in late adolescence or the early twenties. Wisdom teeth have to be removed frequently due to impaction (failure to erupt), the angle at which they erupt, or lack of adequate space in the jaw. If patients do not have their impacted wisdom teeth extracted, they may experience a myriad of issues including gum tenderness, swelling, and pain. Impacted wisdom … Continue reading