Has your dentist recommended that you visit an oral surgeon to have your wisdom teeth extracted? Are you wondering if these teeth really need to be removed? For the most part, wisdom teeth are removed to prevent a number of oral health complications. In fact,...
You may not realize how much of an effect impacted wisdom teeth can have on your overall health, but it’s quite significant. A healthy mouth is the gateway to a healthy body, so if impacted wisdom teeth are increasing your risk of infection or other...
If you develop an abscess, you should see a dentist or oral surgeon as soon as possible for treatment. An abscess is a dangerous oral health condition that can spread throughout the oral cavity and rest of the body. When an abscess develops, strong antibiotics...
Has your dentist referred you to our oral surgeon for wisdom teeth extractions? If so, you might have some questions about to expect after your procedure. Having your wisdom teeth removed is a smart investment in your health; this is because keeping your wisdom teeth...
Patients who are choosing to have their wisdom teeth extracted to prevent the problems that can develop from impacted wisdom teeth often want to minimize the number of surgical procedures they must undergo as part of their treatment. In many cases, patients will be able...
Did you know that keeping your wisdom teeth could increase your risk for common oral diseases - especially gum disease? Periodontal (gum) disease is a serious threat to your oral health. When this condition goes untreated, it can progress into a very destructive disease that...
Most patients’ wisdom teeth will become impacted. That is, there is not enough room in the jaw to accommodate the large third molars, so they cannot erupt through the gums. Impacted wisdom teeth are not always symptomatic, but they can cause some serious issues, such...
Although wisdom tooth extraction is a routine procedure and most patients are able to resume their routines fairly soon afterward, you will need to make some adjustments to your diet in the hours and first day or two after your wisdom teeth are removed. Liquids...
Patients who are preparing to have their wisdom teeth removed often are concerned about how much time they’ll have to take away from work or school as they recover. While the extent of the recovery period can vary from patient to patient, many people find...
Patients who are facing the surgical removal of their wisdom teeth often have a number of questions about the need for the procedure and the treatment process. Here are some of the issues that come up most frequently. I’m not having any problems with my wisdom...