{"id":370,"date":"2023-11-17T14:55:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-17T14:55:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.summercreekdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=370"},"modified":"2023-12-26T14:56:16","modified_gmt":"2023-12-26T14:56:16","slug":"why-does-a-wisdom-tooth-grow-sideways","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.summercreekdentistry.com\/blog\/2023\/11\/17\/why-does-a-wisdom-tooth-grow-sideways\/","title":{"rendered":"When Teeth Go Sideways: A Guide to Wisdom Tooth Growth"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Wisdom teeth are the late bloomers of your dental biome. They typically make their appearance in late teenage years or early adulthood. While many people undergo the normal process of wisdom teeth eruption, some experience a situation where their wisdom teeth grow sideways, requiring extraction<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But why does this happen, and what factors contribute to this dental deviation? Continue reading to find out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Are Wisdom Teeth?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you dive into this dental mystery, it’s a good idea to quickly review what wisdom teeth are and why they can be problematic. Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars that typically emerge at the back of the jaw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once upon a time, these teeth were essential for early humans who had a tougher diet that required more chewing power. However, with a modern diet and advancements in oral hygiene, these teeth often become more of a hassle than a help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Do Wisdom Teeth Sometimes Grow Sideways?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now that you know what wisdom teeth are, you can delve into the curious case of why they might sometimes grow sideways. This process is known as horizontal impaction, and could be caused by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n