Between the ages of 15 to 25, most people have a third set of molars erupt, known as wisdom teeth. In the past, humans needed the extra molars to properly chew their food. Nowadays, they don’t serve much purpose. As a result, the human jawbone has narrowed throughout time, which means few people have enough room in their mouths to accommodate more teeth. This can lead to wisdom tooth pain. Although you might hope it will resolve on its own, it’s often a symptom of an impaction. Here are 3 signs you need to schedule a wisdom tooth consultation.

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