Different Wisdom Teeth Impactions: Signs, Causes, and Risks

Wisdom teeth can feel like unwelcome guests at a family barbecue. They show up late, and sometimes they bring trouble. The third set of molars sits at the far back of the jaw. Many folks wonder why these teeth tend to wreak havoc. Jaw sizes are smaller these days, so there is less space for all four wisdom teeth to pop in and settle down. Some manage to fit without a fuss. Others get stuck partway or never break through at all. That’s when an impaction can happen.