Well, although it is known as “wisdom” tooth, people who don’t develop it are said to be lucky! Have you ever thought about why this third set of molar is popularly known as wisdom tooth? Why do some people don’t develop them at all? And why there are many who go through this extreme pain and discomfort? 
At around your 10th birthday, your wisdom tooth starts forming. However, you will never feel its presence then. The third molar or wisdom tooth formation takes place at a later stage, as compared to all the other sets of teeth. And this is precisely why the third molar emerges at the age from 17 to 25 years. Since this age is considered to be more mature, the molar is known as wisdom tooth. That’s fair enough, Isn’t it?
It is now that you start feeling its presence, as in the majority of cases it gets really painful. The pain is so severe that extraction is perhaps the only solution. And again some people for reasons unknown, tend to postpone their wisdom tooth extraction plans. However, it is important for you to know that besides pain, a wisdom tooth can lead to many other dental issues that can have serious consequences. So, delaying your extraction plans will not be of much help!
Moreover, wisdom tooth extraction is not a critical surgery to undergo. The surgery is quite common and available with perhaps every dental surgeon in your locality. And as far as the cost is related, wisdom tooth extractions are rather affordable. Continue reading “Wisdom Tooth Extraction – A Painful Necessity?” →