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The Importance of Timely Wisdom Teeth Extraction: Planning for 2024

Having your wisdom teeth removed is practically a rite of passage for many teens. While many teenagers must have their third molars extracted because the teeth are impacted, others remove them as a preventative measure. In many cases, these teeth can cause various dental issues, such as overcrowding, misalignment, pain, and infections due to their […]

Common Dental Implant Problems and How to Treat Them

Dental implants are the gold standard of teeth replacement options and are successful over 95% of the time. However, complications can arise. Some are short-term problems that can be addressed without removing the implants. Other issues may lead to implant failure that requires having the implants removed. If you experience any problem with a dental […]

Signs of a Failed Dental Implant

Dental implants can change your life in many ways, including better oral health, a gorgeous smile, and the chance to eat all the foods you love. With today’s innovative surgical techniques, implant surgery has a success rate of well over 95 percent. Although implant failure is rare, it can happen. Dental implant failure can happen […]

Implant-Supported Dentures vs. Traditional Dentures: Pros and Cons

Individuals who need to replace missing teeth may not be sure whether implant-supported dentures or traditional dentures are the right option. Each type of denture has its advantages and disadvantages, which you should compare when deciding between the two. Here are some pros and cons to consider for traditional and implant-supported dentures.  Traditional Dentures Pros […]

Gifting Beauty: Giving Cosmetic Procedures for the Holidays

Finding the perfect gift for a loved one during the holidays can be challenging. Every family has that one person who is almost impossible to shop for. As people continue to move away from “things” as gifts and toward experiences, more people are thinking about giving the gift of cosmetic procedures to individuals who enjoy […]

Is Thanksgiving Break the Ideal Time for Wisdom Teeth Removal?

Having your wisdom teeth removed in high school or college can seem like an unpleasant experience. Still, there are many reasons to have them removed when you are younger, including faster healing, less invasive surgery, and fewer complications. If you or your child’s schedule is packed with schooling and activities, the ideal time to have […]

Tips for Caring for Someone After Oral Surgery: What to Expect

If someone you love has oral surgery, they will require some at-home care in the days following the procedure. If you are helping care for someone after oral surgery, you should know what to expect and how to care for them. We’ve put together some tips to ensure your loved one is safe, comfortable, and […]

The Best Foods to Eat After Wisdom Teeth Removal

After removing your wisdom teeth, you will be on a soft diet for about a week to minimize pain and promote healing. Eating foods that require chewing or that may irritate the incision sites can cause inflammation, pain, and infection. Although a soft diet may sound bland, it doesn’t have to be boring or tasteless. […]

Wisdom Teeth: Fascinating Facts You May Not Know

You may know a bit about wisdom teeth, particularly if you or your child has to have them removed, but you may not know these fascinating facts about your third molars: The third molars are called wisdom teeth because you usually get them when you are older (between 17 and 22) when it is assumed […]

Why Do We Have Wisdom Teeth if They Are Almost Always Removed?

Wisdom teeth are the last set of teeth to erupt, usually in your late teens or twenties. In some people, wisdom teeth may become impacted or develop problems after erupting. In these cases, wisdom teeth removal is the best option to prevent more serious dental health issues. Is There Something Wrong With Wisdom Teeth? No, […]