Wisdom teeth are the third molars located at the back of the mouth. Most people get them in their late teens or early twenties. They are like your other teeth and, in most cases, do not create any problems. Wisdom teeth can help you with daily oral function when they are healthy and properly aligned. But in some cases, wisdom teeth are misaligned and can also come in at an odd angle. It can become painful and cause problems with neighboring teeth. In those cases, our dentist may suggest a wisdom tooth extraction.