### Understanding Molar Teeth in Humans Molar teeth are located in the back section of the mouth and are crucial for grinding food. Most mammals, including humans, have molars for this purpose. An adult human typically has twelve molars, divided into four groups of three. These teeth are larger than premolars and have a broad surface area, making them ideal for chewing and grinding food into smaller, digestible pieces. Molars are categorized into mandibular molars (lower jaw) and maxillary molars (upper jaw). Each group of molars includes a third molar, commonly known as the wisdom tooth. Wisdom teeth usually erupt between the ages of eighteen and twenty, although this can vary. Some people may have more than four wisdom teeth, known as supernumerary teeth, while others may not develop wisdom teeth at all. Molars are considered the most complex type of teeth in humans. Extracting a molar is a complicated dental procedure and can be more painful compared to the extraction of other teeth.