General Information About Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom teeth are a puzzle to many. They wonder what their use is in the first place? How many are there, must everyone have their wisdom teeth removed and so on. We will attempt to shed more light on wisdom teeth, giving answers to the common questions people have about them including who needs wisdom teeth…

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Eating after Wisdom Tooth Extraction

When it comes to getting your wisdom teeth pulled, you may be stressing about the long list of foods you can’t eat. Don’t worry – you won’t starve! We want your recovery to be as quick and painless as possible, so keep reading for an easy-to-follow guide to eating after your wisdom tooth removal! DONT’S…

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What Causes Wisdom Tooth Pain?

In Part One of a two-part series on wisdom teeth, Dr. Lawrence Falender looks at the signs that indicate you may need to have your wisdom teeth extracted. As we head into summer, most oral surgeons become increasingly busy with the removal of 3rdmolars (commonly referred to as wisdom teeth). Why? Probably because the vast…

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Tips for Recovering from a Tooth Extraction

Preparing for a tooth extraction? No need to worry. Here are some helpful aftercare tips to ensure a smooth recovery. Common Reasons for Tooth Extraction There are many reasons why dentists will recommend the removal of a tooth such as impacted wisdom teeth or crowding. In the case of wisdom teeth, your dentist will recommend…

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Why Wisdom Teeth Are So Troublesome

Having Wisdom Teeth Issues? Wisdom tooth/teeth (3rd Molars or 8s as they are known in dental terminology) grow at the back of your gums in the back of your mouth, they are the last teeth to come through between the ages of 17-25 and for most of us we will have four wisdom teeth – one in each quadrant. As wisdom…

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Wisdom Teeth Removal During The Holiday Season

As the holiday approach we are all getting excited for what they bring. Family gatherings, turkey dinners, the year’s first snowfall and general cheer and merriment. For us they also indicate the arrival of another season. The wisdom tooth removal season. Winter break presents a great opportunity for teenagers and young adults to have their 3rd molars…

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What You Should Know About Wisdom Teeth?

Have you ever wondered why we have wisdom teeth? Or what an impacted wisdom tooth is? Or whether or not you need to have your wisdom teeth extracted? Then you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we answer these questions and more. Read on to discover everything you need to know about wisdom…

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What You Need To Know About Tooth Extraction

A tooth extraction is the complete removal of a tooth from your mouth. While a tooth extraction certainly isn’t ideal, we do everything possible to ensure that you’re comfortable. First, let’s start with the most common reasons you might need a tooth extraction. Reasons You Might Need a Tooth Extraction It used to be the…

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