Wisdom teeth are actually the third set of molars that tend to grow between the ages of 17-25. They are only set of teeth that do not develop in the womb. It’s estimated that about 60 to 85% of people need to have their wisdom teeth removed and 9 out of 10 people suffer from […]
Most people come up with the question, “How do I know when I have to remove my wisdom teeth?” Some of them are also under the misconception that wisdom teeth are something that must be removed, no matter whatsoever. The truth is that only impacted wisdom teeth have to be removed. Your dentist or oral […]
Educated and well-informed patients are often able to make the difficult decisions regarding their general and oral health without blindly relying on peers or misinformed friends. That being said, faulty information can be your undoing, which is why you must be well aware of the best practices in oral care. In this spirit, this write-up […]
People who painstakingly do their best to maintain oral hygiene are often disappointed when their dentist advises extraction of a problematic tooth. However, due to no fault of theirs, this could be a natural issue that they face due to the notorious wisdom tooth. It has always been a debated issue as to whether or […]
Is wisdom tooth removal necessary? Let me explain. Wisdom teeth erupts 6 to 8 years after all the other permanent teeth in the mouth. Our jaws are usually too short to have all 32 permanent teeth and finally results in crooked wisdom teeth. Here are the reasons why you should go for wisdom teeth removal […]
Wisdom teeth also known as the third molars are the last set of permanent teeth. Most people have all four wisdom teeth, two on the upper jaw and two on the lower jaw, and some don’t get their wisdom teeth. These teeth usually develop between the age of 16 – 21 but sometimes erupt at […]
People who have been to visit the dentist and harbour concerns about their wisdom tooth often wonder what necessitates its extraction. While severe cavities and even gum disease are the risks they pose; this write-up tells you exactly why most dentists suggest extraction to certain patients. Impacted Teeth and Pain If you are a perfect […]
A lot of people choose to avoid elective surgery such as wisdom teeth extraction even when it is advised by the dentist. If you like to brave the odds or tempt fate, you should know that there are certain unavoidable circumstances that force your hand. Get acquainted with a few of the inescapable situations that […]
Impacted wisdom teeth have given you enough trouble and pain and now that you have got it pulled, you must be eager to know how you could relieve pains through the recovery period. Here are few recommended self-treatments you can do at home for an easy recovery, after undertaking wisdom teeth removal procedure. Tips to […]
Wisdom teeth are the final and third set of molars appearing at early teens or late twenties. Wisdom teeth don’t necessarily impose problems to everyone. Even though the process of wisdom teeth removal might sound intimidating to many, the actual experience you get is not as horrendous as you might think. Wisdom teeth removal is […]
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