This procedure is almost as much of rite of passage as getting braces is. Wisdom teeth removal is a sign of growing up. But it’s often associated with quite a bit of pain and discomfort. Surgery will always end up with some sort of discomfort, but it’s made to be worse than it is in regards to wisdom teeth. Today,... read more »
What are you aware of concerning the history of wisdom teeth? Have they ever had a purpose? When did we first begin using them? Find out the answers to these questions and additional ones by reading this post we've prepared about the history of wisdom teeth. If you have any extra queries about wisdom teeth, our dentist and team would... read more »
If you have a loose tooth, or thinking about wearing braces, a tooth extraction may be needed. A tooth extraction is what happens when your oral surgeon extracts a tooth from its socket in the bone. Typically, a tooth is extracted as a last resort, after other options, such as a filling or crown might repair the damaged tooth. Other... read more »
Just like getting braces, getting your wisdom teeth removed is almost seen as a rite of passage from being a teenager to becoming an adult. However, unlike braces, not everyone needs their wisdom teeth out. In fact, there are many instances in which you may not need to have your wisdom teeth extracted at all. With that in mind, let's... read more »
The wisdom teeth, or the third molars in official terminology, are a remnant from human history when our foods were more difficult to chew and harder to digest. Our jaws have changed and shortened since then, so the wisdom teeth can often grow in improperly and cause a number of different problems for oral health. Everybody’s situation is different, and... read more »
Wisdom tooth removal is an uncomfortable, but often necessary, procedure for many people. If you don’t have your wisdom teeth removed, it can lead to serious problems such as overcrowding in your mouth, impacted teeth (which are painful) and it can throw all the rest of your teeth out of line. After the surgery, however, you’re at risk for some... read more »