Wisdom teeth do not have to be removed. Although as humans have evolved, chewing efficiency has decreased and food processing has become more refined, wisdom teeth are mostly in a regressed state, non-functioning and growing in the wrong position.
However, there are also a small number of people whose wisdom teeth grow in the correct position and direction, and can establish a good occlusal relationship with the opposite teeth. In this case, it is generally recommended not to extract the wisdom teeth.
If the wisdom tooth has erupted in a normal position, it can form a normal chewing function with the opposite tooth, and it will not damage the adjacent teeth, there is no inflammation, and it will not cause swelling and pain. Generally, it is recommended to retain it.
But we must pay attention to the maintenance of oral hygiene, brushing wisdom teeth must be thorough and keep them clean. Because wisdom teeth are at the back, they are generally the most likely areas to hide dirt.
Therefore, if you can maintain good oral hygiene, prevent the decay of wisdom teeth, and the wisdom teeth have the correct eruption and function, they can be retained.
