While some people will have no problems when their wisdom teeth emerge, these third molars can cause a host of oral health issues in many others. The wisdom teeth typically emerge in a person’s late teens or early twenties, and they can cause a range of oral health issues such as dental misalignments, TMJ problems, oral infections, and chronic tooth pain. Here’s a brief guide to why your new molars may hurt so much as well as how your dentist can help.
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