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Can you have wisdom teeth at 60? What Older Adults Need to Know

According to the American Dental Association (ADA), wisdom teeth typically emerge between ages 17 and 21, but it is entirely possible to have or develop issues with them much later in life. The notion that wisdom teeth are only a concern for young adults is a common misconception, and many older adults, even those over 60, find themselves needing dental care for these third molars.