Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, typically erupt between the ages of 17 and 21. However, due to lack of space in the jaws, these teeth often become impacted, meaning they don’t fully emerge or grow in the correct position.

Ignoring an impacted wisdom tooth can lead to several consequences that can affect your oral health and overall wellbeing. Here’s what can happen if you don’t remove or seek treatment for impacted wisdom teeth.

An article by Dr. Samir Alaswad. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource.

Read the full article here: Consequences of Ignoring an Impacted Wisdom Tooth