Between the age of 13 and 25, the third set of molars erupts in the back of the mouth called the wisdom teeth. Although they once helped us grind and chew foods, they no longer serve a purpose. In fact, most people need to have them extracted. Research shows 75% of the population will need wisdom tooth removal but is an extraction really necessary? Here are the top 3 reasons people need to have their wisdom teeth taken out.

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