It may seem like such a tiny inconvenience at the time, but trust us when we say that the earlier wisdom teeth are extracted, the happier you’ll be. An impacted wisdom tooth can cause a series of issues: Inability to open the mouth completely, bleeding, and swelling of the gums are just some of many.
What are wisdom teeth, and how can you tell if you need them extracted? Wisdom teeth are major slowpokes; they are the last of the bunch to develop. And because they’re so late, the other teeth residing in your mouth have minimal to no room for these stragglers. That forces the third molars to adapt and find room anywhere they can, for instance intruding sideways against the second molar or readjusting itself to point towards the back of your mouth.