Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars to grow in the mouth and usually finish growing during your teens or early twenties. There is often not enough space in the mouth for an extra set of molars, which is why dentists and oral surgeons recommend having them extracted. In doing so, you are helping to prevent a number of associated oral complications, such as infection, impacted wisdom teeth, cysts and tumors, and tooth decay. Contact our office if you or your child have wisdom teeth and would like an evaluation.