Have you ever wondered why we have wisdom teeth? It’s not uncommon for individuals between the ages of 17 and 24 to feel these molars either erupting or pressing against healthy teeth. The discomfort these teeth can cause often leads to wisdom tooth extractions, which may not be something you want to endure, but the reality is that they’re not necessary, and removing them can improve your oral health for the future. But why do they exist if they have no real purpose? Read on to learn how these third molars were once essential to early civilizations.
(more…)