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A member asked:

Can a wisdom tooth grow into the space where a molar was extracted?

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Dr. Carrie Cannon answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: It can take the place of the last molar.

Dr Davantzis and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/29/2015

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

It can: grow into the space of the second molar, but it may not be upright, causing a periodontal defect in that area.

Dr Gabor agreed

Answered 10/29/2015

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