If you’re feeling anxious about an upcoming wisdom tooth extraction, you’re not alone! It’s natural to feel nervous at the prospect of someone deliberately pulling a pearly white. You might even find yourself questioning whether it’s truly necessary, especially if you haven’t had any problems with your latest molars. If they’re not hurting then why would they need to be removed?
In most cases, your dentist will do everything they can to preserve your natural teeth. However, wisdom teeth can be the exception to this general rule because of their potential for future harm. Keep reading to learn 3 good reasons why your dentist might want to take them out sooner rather than later!
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