Wisdom teeth in teenagers officially referred to as third molars, are usually the last teeth to develop between the ages of 15 and 18 years. They are located in the very back of your mouth, next to your second molars and near the entrance to your throat. You will have four wisdom teeth, two on the top (one right and one left) and two on the bottom (one per side). Third molars are usually completely
developed between the ages of 15 and 18, a time traditionally associated with the onset of maturity and the attainment of “wisdom.” While most other teeth have fully erupted by age 12, this is the time when the wisdom teeth are starting to calcify and form. The average mouth usually has enough room to hold only 28 teeth. When the third molars do not have enough room to erupt, they can form in various different angulations, also known as
being impacted. This lack of space can result in a number of harmful effects on your overall dental health. When a tooth cannot erupt into proper alignment, we call it impacted, which simply means, “stuck” in an improper position.
Why Should I Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed?By the age of eighteen, the average adult has 32 teeth. Unfortunately, the average adult mouth is only large enough to accommodate 28 teeth. If you do not have enough room in your mouth for your wisdom teeth to erupt into proper position, they can cause many problems.
What Is the Best Age to Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?If you do not have enough room in your mouth for your wisdom teeth to erupt into proper position it is best to have them removed before the wisdom teeth are fully developed. For some patients, this may be as early as 13 or 14, for others it may be as late as 17 or 18 years old. Without a doubt, younger patients (teenagers) heal faster, and in a more predictable fashion, and with fewer complications than older patients. X-rays can determine if you have impacted wisdom teeth, which means you’re going to have to get them removed eventually. The earlier you get your wisdom teeth removed, the easier the process is. Waiting until adulthood, when the roots are more fully formed and the bones around your teeth are denser, the procedure can become complicated and be much more painful. Dr. Rubin can recommend an oral surgeon who can extract your wisdom teeth. The procedure takes a few hours, and the recovery period can be as long as one or two weeks. After your wisdom teeth are removed, you may experience pain and swelling. Expect to be out of school for a few days, and to eat soft foods because chewing may be painful. Please contact our office by Online Appointment Request or call 214 618 5200 if you would like to schedule an appointment. Can a 16 year old gets wisdom teeth?Wisdom Teeth Impaction Wisdom teeth in teenagers officially referred to as third molars, are usually the last teeth to develop between the ages of 15 and 18 years. They are located in the very back of your mouth, next to your second molars and near the entrance to your throat.
What is the youngest age to get your wisdom teeth removed?People of any age can have their wisdom teeth extracted if the teeth are creating problems. However, the preferred age target is between 18 and 24. The soonest a wisdom tooth can be safely extracted is when the root has developed to about two-thirds of its full size.
What teeth come in at age 16?When you reach the age of 16, your family dentist will probably want to discuss your wisdom teeth. These final four permanent teeth, also called third molars, arrive much later than your others. They are located behind your molars in the very back of your mouth at the top and bottom of your jaw on each side.
Should teenagers remove wisdom teeth?Wisdom teeth are your teen's third and last set of molars. While it is possible for wisdom teeth to grow in properly aligned and healthy, most often, they become impacted, or grow in just partially. In these situations, the risk of infection is high, which is why removal is recommended.
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