Wisdom teeth extractions may be necessary due to impacted teeth, pain, infection, damage to adjacent teeth, cysts or tumors, gum disease, or decay. Wisdom teeth extractions are quite common, and thousands of people undergo the procedure each year. However, some experts discourage routine extraction of healthy, symptom-free wisdom teeth due to the risks of surgery and the lack of clear benefits.
In which cases is wisdom tooth extraction necessary?
Updated on: July 18, 2025
