WHEN TO REMOVE WISDOM TEETH
Wisdom teeth erupt during pubescence and develop fully into adulthood. The timing and process to which a wisdom tooth begins to grow and eventually set in has earned it its name. Many would argue that it is best to put an end to the problem before it starts so you should remove your wisdom teeth when they set in. This statement is both true and false.
It is true in the sense that, if it is indeed a problematic or impacted wisdom tooth, it is much easier to remove it while the patient is young than when the tooth has become firmly planted with strong roots. It is false if your wisdom teeth are growing rather nicely without any problems or complications—there is no need to have it extracted.
The first sign of a problem, however clichéd it may seem, is a toothache. Regular visits to your dentist can help you treat and prevent future oral problems (such as gum disease) that may lead to serious general health complications.
Your dentist may recommend a thorough dental check-up which includes an x-ray, to determine whether there is a problem with your wisdom teeth. The earlier you visit the dentist to find this out for sure, the better. You should not have to wait till things have gone out of hand before doing something about it. Always bear in mind that the best set of teeth you can ever have are your natural ones, so take care of them.