ADVICE FROM OUR WOMAN’S WEEKLY DOCTOR
Wisdom teeth (third molars) usually grow through the gums during the late teens or early 20s, often once the other 28 adult teeth are present. This means there’s inadequate space for them to grow properly, forcing them to emerge at an angle, get stuck and only partially emerge. These are called ‘impacted’.
Wisdom teeth removal is one of the commonest UK surgical procedures. You should see your dentist annually, but make an early appointment if your wisdom teeth are causing severe pain. The dentist will check your teeth, take an X-ray for a clear picture of
