It seems that removing wisdom teeth has become a rite of passage into adulthood, but is it always necessary to remove wisdom teeth? We ought to say the answer varies because each case is different. While it is true that extracting wisdom teeth can prevent many dental problems, both now and later, only after assessing the growth, position and impact on surrounding teeth can we decide whether it’s best to remove them. Wisdom teeth may not need to be removed if they are: Healthy