How understanding and adhering to pre- & post-operative instructions can save wisdom teeth patients from this painful condition Hearing the words “oral surgery” may sound bad to some patients, but to wisdom teeth patients, the words “dry socket” are far worse. Advancements in oral surgery techniques have allowed oral surgeons to streamline the process of wisdom teeth extractions. Not only…
Who Should Pull Wisdom Teeth?
Wisdom teeth issues? For wisdom tooth extractions, the best option is always an oral surgeon! So you need to have your wisdom teeth removed. Now what? These days, most people first turn to the Internet for information, typing in such common queries as “How are wisdom teeth removed” or “Reasons for removing wisdom teeth.” Next, most patients look online for…
5 Common Wisdom Teeth Removal Problems to Avoid
If you’re planning wisdom teeth removal during the upcoming winter/holiday break from school, there are a few things you should know to ensure that your recovery doesn’t take longer than necessary. After all, you’ll want to be in good shape before all those holiday goodies are gone. In the interest of a speedy recovery, here are 5 common wisdom teeth…
What Type of Pain Medication Will I Need After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
If you’ve been told that your wisdom teeth need to be removed, your dental professional has likely already explained that wisdom tooth extraction is a surgical procedure and referred you to an oral surgeon. While the thought of having oral surgery may be a bit intimidating, wisdom teeth removal is a very common procedure, since these teeth are problematic for…
Five Things to Tell Your Teen About Wisdom Teeth Removal
If your teen is going to have wisdom tooth extraction in the near future, chances are he or she is feeling a little nervous about the situation. After all, for most teens, having wisdom teeth extracted is their first experience with any sort of surgery. Explaining a few things about the process can help your teen get a better idea…
