{"id":605,"date":"2026-02-04T06:15:50","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T06:15:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/blog\/?p=605"},"modified":"2026-02-16T06:15:58","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T06:15:58","slug":"does-everyone-have-wisdom-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/blog\/2026\/02\/04\/does-everyone-have-wisdom-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Rarity &amp; Tooth Removal: Does Everyone Have Wisdom Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AdobeStock_617109402__3___1771217918_84595.jpg\" alt=\"A dentist pointing out a man\u2019s wisdom tooth in an x-ray\" class=\"wp-image-606\" style=\"width:315px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AdobeStock_617109402__3___1771217918_84595.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AdobeStock_617109402__3___1771217918_84595-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/AdobeStock_617109402__3___1771217918_84595-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Often enough, most people only learn about wisdom teeth as adults. The average person won\u2019t know <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/wisdom-tooth-extractions.html\">\u201cthird molars\u201d<\/a> exist until a dentist actively informs them. With all that said, it\u2019s only natural to ask a key question: Does everyone have wisdom teeth? Your Beverly dentist doesn\u2019t want to leave you hanging, so you can find the answer below. Just keep reading to learn about wisdom teeth, how many people get them, and how to manage your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Basics of Wisdom Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You must know the basics about wisdom teeth before you can grasp who gets them. After all, these former details provide crucial context.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wisdom teeth \u2013 also known as \u201cthird molars\u201d \u2013 are the ones that develop last. More specifically, they emerge in the back of one\u2019s mouth between the ages of 17 and 25 (i.e., the \u201cyears of wisdom\u201d). Said teeth usually cause problems when left unchecked, so they often require care from dentists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If a wisdom tooth fails to emerge properly, it\u2019ll cause certain telltale signs. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Facial pain from wisdom teeth pressing on nerves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jaw pain or tenderness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Redness or swelling in your gums<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>White flecks behind your last molars<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Only Some Get Wisdom Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While wisdom teeth were common among ancient humans, only some people get them now. A person might develop one, two, three, four, or none at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Indeed, current research backs these conclusions. The Dental Research Journal notes that 5-37% of the global population lacks some wisdom teeth. Furthermore, it finds that only 53% of people worldwide have at least one such tooth; the others don\u2019t have any such \u201cwise\u201d chompers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These trends seem to stem from genetics. \u201cThird molars\u201d helped ancient humans, but don\u2019t do so now; the genes related to them thus occur less. One could even say wisdom teeth are vestigial structures \u2013 useless traits inherited from distant evolutionary ancestors. To that extent, fewer and fewer people are born with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Managing Your Own Wisdom Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Should you have wisdom teeth, you\u2019ll likely need a dentist to look after them. A dental professional can see if your third molars require treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, a dentist can perform a wisdom tooth extraction as needed. This procedure removes your extra tooth (or teeth) before they cause lasting damage to your smile. It\u2019s also pain-free and safe, as the treating dentist would numb your mouth before proceeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since not everyone has wisdom teeth, consult your dental provider about them. They\u2019ll confirm whether you have any and what to do about them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/\">Beverly Farms Dental<\/a> is based in Beverly, WA. Led by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/meet-dr-tolzmann.html\">Drs. Tolzmann<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/meet-dr-quintero.html\">Quintero<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/meet-dr-cifuni.html\">Cifuni<\/a>, our practice takes pride in its 30+ years of offering quality dentistry. We thus push forward with top-tier care that suits your smile\u2019s needs, whether you need a simple dental checkup or complex dental implants. You can rest assured we\u2019ll help your grin thrive! For more details or to book a visit, please contact us on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/contact-us.html\">our website<\/a> or by phone at <strong>(789)-273-515<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Often enough, most people only learn about wisdom teeth as adults. The average person won\u2019t know \u201cthird molars\u201d exist until a dentist actively informs them. With all that said, it\u2019s only natural to ask a key question: Does everyone have wisdom teeth? 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