Following is a transcript of the video. Narrator: Millions of years ago, wisdom teeth were dead useful. Those hefty molars helped us grind up fibrous veggies. Then, around 1 million to 2 million ...

Wisdom teeth also grow in apes, gorillas, and chimpanzees. Several million years ago, early human ancestors had large jaws ...

In the end, perhaps the wisest practice for people who still have their wisdom teeth is to make sure they choose their ...

It’s normal to be sore after having your wisdom teeth removed. Eating soft foods such as soups, yogurt, and ice cream may help make recovery easier and prevent infections or complications.

Under certain circumstances, Medicaid may cover wisdom teeth removal for adults who live in specific states. Each state can determine which dental benefits to provide to adults enrolled in Medicaid.