Question 1

how old is it considered early for your wisdom teeth to erupt?

Accepted Answer

Varies: It really depends. Some kids start getting theirs in at 14-15, some aren't coming in until their mid to late 20's. A lot depends on the direction the teeth are pointing and whether or not they a going to have room to come in. In a nutshell, wisdom teeth can be relatively unpredictable. See your dentist, consider having a panoramic radiograph taken, and get your dentist's advice.

Question 2

my 6, 5 years old daughter starts falling out her back teeth (wisdom teeth) if i'm not mistaken! i wanted to know if that is normal or it's a bit early?

Accepted Answer

That is normal: On a 6 year old the back teeth can exfoliate giving room for the adult teeth.  However the wisdom teeth are not present at this young age.  The baby molars were probably fell out.   See a dentist or a pediatric dentist for any potential spacing issues of the teeth.

Question 3

is it okay for a 15 year old girl to get her wisdom teeth, is it too early?

Accepted Answer

No: The position of the wisdom teeth, development, and symptoms exhibited by the wisdom teeth are more important factors than the age of the patient.  Some 15 year old patients have wisdom teeth that may be more developed than patients several years older.  Your dentist can advise you of when you should consider having them removed.

Question 4

28 yr old female, experiencing swollen gum behind lower back molar- left side. hurts mostly when touched. never had bottom wisdom teeth, only the 2 top ones came in my early 20s. could this be a wisdom tooth erupting? swelling is in that area.

Accepted Answer

See DDS: Contact your dentist for a clinical and radiographic examination to determine if the third molar is present and the treatment plan.

Question 5

22 years old and recently had my wisdom teeth removed and on hydrocodone for several days. i just got my period two weeks early. what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Likely nothing: Periods may occur early, be heavier or lighter than usual or be missed altogether after stresses such as surgical procedures, significant emotional stress, etc.  No need to worry.

Question 6

is it common that wisdom teeth to erupt 4 or 5 years early?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Wisdom teeth can come in any time in a wide age range, and keeping in mind that everyone develops at a different rate, this probably isn't a major worry. A panoramic x-ray at the dentist can help identify any problems that this might cause.

Question 7

how long can i expect my recovery to take after having all four wisdom teeth extracted? i'm 26, which i know is a little old to have your wisdom teeth out, and i've read that the recovery time is longer in adults. mine are all partially erupted, which i t

Accepted Answer

You : You are not that old! wisdom teeth are sometimes extracted on much older adults.

Recovery time not only varies from patient to patient, but from tooth to tooth. Just because the tooth is partially erupted doesn't mean the roots aren't hooked, or that it won't be a difficult extraction. Many things can happen; teeth sometimes break, resulting in a more invasive procedure.

You will be sore for a few days, you might get some swelling, and you may feel like you have a sore throat and difficulty swallowing. These symptoms are all normal.

Your dentist/oral surgeon will prescribe the proper pain meds and advise you on post operative procedures in regards to minimizing discomfort.

Hope this info helps.

Question 8

i was wondering is it possible to cut wisdom teeth early?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The question I have is how early.  Normally they come in between 15 and the late twenties.  If your concerned have your dentist take a look and even take an x-ray.

Question 9

i have my other 3 wisdom teeth in but i have the last one coming through at 39 years old. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

It's possible: The tooth itself is not growing ("erupting") into your mouth.  The tooth is fully grown and likely does not have the capacity to move itself around in your jaw bone.  The likely scenario is that your gums and surrounding bone/tissues are remodeling and moving around, thus making it seem like your wisdom tooth is growing upwards into your mouth.  And yes, I've seen this many times.  It's normal!

Question 10

is wisdom teeth removal more difficult & recovery more painful when the pt is older? in my late 30s & need to get mine out. all are fully erupted.

Accepted Answer

Shouldn't be problem: But you should discuss any concerns with the surgeon who will be extracting the teeth.

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My 6, 5 years old daughter starts falling out her back teeth (wisdom teeth) if i'm not mistaken! i wanted to know if that is normal or it's a bit early?

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Is it okay for a 15 year old girl to get her wisdom teeth, is it too early?

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28 yr old female, experiencing swollen gum behind lower back molar- left side. hurts mostly when touched. never had bottom wisdom teeth, only the 2 top ones came in my early 20s. could this be a wisdom tooth erupting? swelling is in that area.

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22 years old and recently had my wisdom teeth removed and on hydrocodone for several days. i just got my period two weeks early. what does this mean?

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Is it common that wisdom teeth to erupt 4 or 5 years early?

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How long can i expect my recovery to take after having all four wisdom teeth extracted? i'm 26, which i know is a little old to have your wisdom teeth out, and i've read that the recovery time is longer in adults. mine are all partially erupted, which i t

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I was wondering is it possible to cut wisdom teeth early?

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I have my other 3 wisdom teeth in but i have the last one coming through at 39 years old. is this normal?

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Is wisdom teeth removal more difficult & recovery more painful when the pt is older? in my late 30s & need to get mine out. all are fully erupted.

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