{"id":134,"date":"2024-07-08T21:53:21","date_gmt":"2024-07-08T21:53:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aspenhilldds.com\/blog\/?p=134"},"modified":"2024-08-01T21:56:28","modified_gmt":"2024-08-01T21:56:28","slug":"no-wisdom-teeth-heres-what-you-should-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aspenhilldds.com\/blog\/2024\/07\/08\/no-wisdom-teeth-heres-what-you-should-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Lacking Wisdom (Teeth)? Here\u2019s What You Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aspenhilldds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"Woman on hot pink background holding up sign with question mark\" class=\"wp-image-135\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aspenhilldds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.aspenhilldds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image.png 467w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspenhilldds.com\/wisdom-tooth-extraction.html\">Wisdom teeth<\/a> are commonly extracted around ages 16 \u2013 25. If you\u2019re approaching 26, you might have suddenly realized you never got them removed! Is that a problem? What if you don\u2019t see any visual signs of wisdom teeth to begin with?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The possibilities can be boiled down to two causes. If you\u2019re lacking in wisdom (teeth), then keep reading. There are a few things you should know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Don\u2019t I Have Wisdom (Teeth)?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you not only haven\u2019t gotten your third molars extracted, but also don\u2019t see any pearly whites poking up through your backstage gumline, then it\u2019s likely one of two things is happening:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>You simply don\u2019t have wisdom teeth.<\/strong> As common as this type of extraction is, a fair number of people just never had them at all. You could be one of the 5 \u2013 37% without third molars!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your wisdom teeth are stuck<\/strong> below your gumline. Since wisdom teeth are late bloomers, they\u2019re more likely to become mired down or \u201cimpacted\u201d (which just means another tooth is in their way, preventing them from emerging).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t have much to worry about if you simply don\u2019t have wisdom teeth. Stuck or impacted teeth, on the other hand, can cause discomfort, infection, tooth decay, and dental crowding. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can I Tell if I Have Hidden Wisdom (Teeth)?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Struggling wisdom teeth are usually painful. That\u2019s one way to know! However, if you\u2019re approaching your late-20\u2019s, chances are they haven\u2019t caused you any aches \u2013 otherwise you would know about them already. To be sure, you should instead rely on an X-ray. Tell your dentist about your lack of wisdom (teeth), and they\u2019ll pay close attention to the back of your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should I Remove My Wisdom (Teeth)?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since wisdom teeth tend to cause discomfort as they come in, many get them extracted for pain relief. You have a special case, though. If your dentist determines your hidden wisdom (teeth) won\u2019t negatively affect your jaw or shift your overcrowded teeth, they might give you the \u201cokay\u201d to let them grow in. More often than not, however, the risk to your oral health will prompt your dentist to recommend extraction. Basically, there is no black-and-white answer to this question. You\u2019ll have to consult with your dentist!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if I Need an Extraction?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t worry. Your dentist will make sure you\u2019re comfortable during your treatment by providing compassionate service and administering a local anesthetic. They\u2019ll also make sure you\u2019re well-informed about caring for your extraction site. Simply relax, take a deep breath, and let the professionals take care of you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our friendly and caring<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspenhilldds.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\"> team<\/a> at the Dental Center of Aspen Hill know that wisdom teeth can be troublesome. Whether you\u2019ve yet to see signs of them or know they\u2019re trying to grow, we\u2019ll assess your oral situation and provide prompt, comfortable treatment. Rest assured that with our highly qualified and experienced dentists, you\u2019ll be in good hands! To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspenhilldds.com\/contact-us.html\">contact<\/a> our office, call 301-871-8000 or visit our website to request an <a href=\"https:\/\/aspenhilldds.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">appointment<\/a> online.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Wisdom teeth are commonly extracted around ages 16 \u2013 25. If you\u2019re approaching 26, you might have suddenly realized you never got them removed! Is that a problem? What if you don\u2019t see any visual signs of wisdom teeth to begin with? The possibilities can be boiled down to two causes. If you\u2019re lacking in wisdom (teeth), then keep reading. 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