Why do people need wisdom teeth?

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Wisdom teeth and appendages are both products of human evolution. Wisdom teeth can chew coarse food, roots and bark, which helps the body digest and absorb them. As humans progress, food becomes more refined, so some people do not grow wisdom teeth for life, while others develop wisdom teeth during adolescence.

Why do people need wisdom teeth?



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