When your wisdom teeth start coming in, it’s common to feel mild pain that gradually increases in intensity. The pain is sporadic at first, but it’s likely you will eventually be in enough pain that removal is necessary. However, having your wisdom teeth removed when you first start to feel discomfort is ideal.
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