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Why Do Wisdom Teeth Grow Sideways?

November 4, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — drdara @ 4:33 pm
Sideways wisdom tooth circled on X-ray

As your teeth develop, they should emerge vertically from your gumline. When all the chewing services are properly aligned, you can enjoy a functional bite and other benefits. Unfortunately, teeth do not always cooperate. Sometimes they grow sideways! This issue is particularly common with wisdom teeth, which are the third molars at the back of the mouth. Why can this happen, and what might it mean for your oral health? This blog post explains.

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