What Happens to Adults With Wisdom Teeth
January 31, 2019
Most of us associate wisdom teeth with adolescence because that's when they first show up. Wisdom teeth are an extra set of molars that come in between ages 17 and 25.
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Some Wisdom About Wisdom Teeth
September 22, 2017
Wisdom teeth are the name for your third permanent molars, which typically appear from age 17-25. It is thought the name "wisdom teeth" comes from the fact that they appear long after all your other permanent teeth, when you a much older & wiser. Most people have four wisdom teeth, one in each quadrant of the mouth (upper left, upper right, lower left, lower right).
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Reasons for Tooth Extraction
August 22, 2017
Tooth extraction is when a tooth is removed from it's place in the gum & bone of your jaw. Compared to many dental procedures, tooth extraction can sound scary, especially when it's referred to as "oral surgery".
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Your Guide to Post-Treatment Pain Relief
April 21, 2017
As dental professionals, most of what we do is about relieving and preventing pain. However, sometimes post-procedure pain is an unfortunate but unavoidable step on the road to a healthy and functional smile.
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