Wisdom teeth, also referred to as third molars, get their name by being the last teeth to come in during young adulthood.
As part of a dental visit, your dentist will examine you to determine if your wisdom teeth are healthy and properly positioned.
Each type of tooth is designed either for biting or for chewing. The
wisdom teeth are molars, or chewing teeth.
Both the upper and lower jaws have three molars on each side. The wisdom teeth are the last in line, which is why they’re called “third molars”.