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10. Should the wisdom teeth (third molars)
be removed?
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most common impacted teeth are the upper and lower third molars, also
known as the wisdom teeth. These teeth may not grow into place properly
because the jawbone does not have sufficient room to accommodate them.
In effect, they get stuck, or trapped, below the gums.
Careful studies have shown, however, that wisdom teeth do not cause
or contribute to the progressive crowding of lower incisor teeth that
can develop in the late teen years and beyond.
Dr. Hendrix, in consultation with your general (family) dentist, will
carefully review each situation and at times, may recommend that your
wisdom teeth be removed.
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