A wisdom tooth growing sideways into the cheek is one of the cases of wisdom teeth growing improperly. Misaligned wisdom teeth often cause discomfort and can negatively impact oral health. In this article, you will learn why wisdom teeth frequently grow improperly, whether wisdom teeth growing into the cheek is dangerous, how to recognize it, and how to address misaligned wisdom teeth.

Wisdom teeth are called the 8th molars located at the very back of the dental arch. Usually, wisdom teeth start to erupt in adulthood, from 17 to 25 years old, with 4 teeth located at the innermost corners of the jaw. However, in reality, there are many cases where wisdom teeth only start to erupt at the age of 40. So, should wisdom teeth be extracted at the age of 40, and are there any complications?