Learn how an impacted wisdom tooth is classified by its positioning in the jaw and also some of the common reasons why oral surgeons recommend wisdom tooth extractions, and some circumstances under which they might not. Discover the best age at which to have a wisdom tooth removed and learn about some of the more common risks and complications associated with these extractions. As you probably know, molars are the chewing teeth found furthest towards the rear of the mouth.
Most humans have first, second, and third molars.
Impacted wisdom tooth classifications. What to expect. Numbing the wisdom tooth. Sedating the patient. Post extraction recovery.