Posts Tagged ‘ wisdom teeth ’

Preparing for Wisdom Teeth Surgery: A Step-By-Step Guide

For many of us, we are born with an extra set of molars, commonly called wisdom teeth. Typically, these teeth emerge in late adolescence or early adulthood. While some people may not experience any issues with their wisdom teeth, others may encounter pain, swelling, or other dental problems. In these cases, patients may require wisdom […]

Does my child need teenage wisdom teeth removal?

 Like signing up for those first high school classes or getting a learner’s permit, teenage wisdom teeth removal almost seems like a sign that your child has officially moved into the young adult years. But you may be wondering – is wisdom teeth removal really necessary? In select cases, young adults can keep their wisdom […]

Bone Graft After Wisdom Teeth Removal: Is it necessary?

The mouth goes through many changes throughout a lifetime, and most people develop wisdom teeth (third molars) by their mid-twenties. Five million Americans opt for extraction every year because of the unpredictable nature of wisdom teeth development and complications. Impacted wisdom teeth can damage adjacent teeth and surrounding bone, sometimes leading to the need for […]

6 Signs of Wisdom Tooth Infection

Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are the last teeth to come in a mouth, usually when you’re in your late teens or early 20s. Wisdom teeth become infected when they’re impacted or not cleaned properly. The common symptoms of a wisdom teeth infection are pain, swelling, difficulty opening your jaw and sometimes bad breath. Recognizing […]

The Problems with Wisdom Teeth: Reasons Extraction is Important

  Are your wisdom teeth coming in? Impacted wisdom teeth could turn out to be a painful experience, particularly if they are misaligned. The wisdom teeth, also referred to as third molars, usually appear between 16 and 25 years of age. Frequently wisdom teeth do not have enough room to fully erupt, therefore not contributing […]

A Brief History and Explanation of Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom Teeth History Wisdom Teeth Removal If you’ve ever wondered why wisdom teeth (the third set of molars) develop only to be removed, you’re not alone. It’s a strange phenomenon that hasn’t been explained very well through the years, but we’re here to change that! The wisdom teeth are considered vestigial organs along with the […]

Wisdom Teeth Recovery: 9 Tips to Prepare for Removal

9 Tips to Prepare for Wisdom Teeth Removal Have you recently received distressing news from your dentist that it is time to have your wisdom teeth removed? Even more distressing, you received the news regarding your child. The idea of oral surgery can be frightening, but if you take steps in advance to be well-prepared, […]

3 Wisdom Tooth Abscess Treatments

For most of us, wisdom teeth emerge between the ages of 17 and 25. These back molars rarely serve any practical purpose and occasionally cause oral problems. Wisdom teeth may partially develop or grow in sideways and cause impaction. They can also be difficult to reach when brushing your teeth because of their position. Both […]

Impacted Wisdom Teeth: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

When wisdom teeth do not have enough room to emerge correctly, they can cause dental problems that range from mild to severe. If you are experiencing teeth crowding or oral pain, you may have one or more impacted wisdom teeth. The common dental problem is easily treatable with tooth extraction.  If you live in or […]

Wisdom Teeth Extraction – What NOT to Worry About Beforehand

Many patients, young and old, get nervous about their upcoming wisdom teeth extraction. For some, this procedure will be their first surgery of any kind—which can be a little bit intimidating. At Texas Oral Surgery Specialists, we perform a lot of extractions; the truth of the matter is that patients’ experiences vary wildly. Some will […]