Our third molar Our wisdom teeth, which we may also call our wisdom teeth, are located at the very back of our mouth and are the teeth where we usually knock on the door of adulthood. Between the ages of 17-25 years they show themselves.

Don’t just say teeth, if you understand why they are with us to human history You get a little closer.

Why do we remove our wisdom teeth?

Our wisdom teeth, It plays an important role among the details that provide evidence of humanity’s evolutionary past. Our ancestors, can’t eat less or because he could not cook, he had to chew very rough and stringy food. Of course they did this with their wisdom teeth. Because they actively use these teeth, Their jaw structures were larger than ours.

Why don’t we need wisdom teeth anymore?

Our eating habits have changed over time. We can now cut, cook and soften food. That’s why teeth Our need decreases. In addition, our jaws have become smaller than those of our ancestors. This change means that wisdom teeth are no longer a “functional necessity.” “evolutionary residue”or transformed it.

Why are our third molars or wisdom teeth called ‘wisdom teeth’?

Since we’ve gotten down to the roots of wisdom teeth, let’s explain why we call them wisdom teeth. Wisdom teeth usually appear between the ages of 17 and 25. “With age comes wisdom.” Based on the explanation, these teeth are given a third name, which we do not need so often.

Why don’t some people grow wisdom teeth?

Interestingly, not all people get wisdom teeth. This ratio is approx 25 percent It is estimated that. Research shows that this situation depends on genetic factors. More a small jaw structure It is also a factor that prevents wisdom teeth from erupting.

They cannot remain innocently silent.

As you read the article, some of their pain may come to mind. Because the process of erupting wisdom teeth can cause pain in some people. Generally because there is not enough space Teeth may emerge on their sides or may not fully emerge and may remain impacted.

These situations put pressure on the surrounding teeth. pain, infection and causes irregular placement of other teeth. All these reasons lead to wisdom teeth extraction. If it negatively affects life and causes other problems such as infections and pain, consult a dentist. Extraction of wisdom teeth It may be necessary.

Although it causes problems for many people today, we have once again descended into human history thanks to our wisdom teeth.

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