Wisdom teeth generally have little effect on the shape of the face, which is mainly determined by the shape of the bones and the soft tissues outside.
The shape of a person’s face is determined by the bones of the upper and lower jaws, cheekbones, and frontal bone, as well as the soft tissues such as muscle and fat that surround the bones. Wisdom teeth are located at the very end of the alveolar ridge of the jawbone and do not play a significant role in the shape of the face. Most wisdom teeth are difficult to clean and tend to collect food debris, and need to be removed as soon as possible to avoid affecting the health of neighboring teeth.
Some patients may have the illusion that their face has become “thinner” after wisdom teeth extraction, probably because of the edema of the cheeks after wisdom teeth extraction, and after the swelling has subsided, there will be the illusion of a smaller face in the visual field. The real effect of wisdom teeth extraction on the shape of the face is relatively small.
If you have any discomfort, please consult the doctor in time, complete the examination, clarify the cause and diagnosis, and standardize the treatment under the guidance of professional doctors.