How Can Dry Socket Be Prevented?

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After a tooth extraction, mild soreness and swelling are normal. However, when pain suddenly worsens a few days later, it may signal a problem known as dry socket. Also called alveolar osteitis, this painful condition develops when the blood clot that should protect the bone and nerves in the empty socket fails to form or becomes dislodged. Without that protective layer, the exposed bone can cause severe pain, slow healing, and increase the risk of infection. What Is Dry Socket,[…] Read More

Do All My Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Removed?

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Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are the last set of teeth to emerge, usually appearing in the late teens or early twenties. For many people, these teeth cause discomfort, crowding, or oral health problems, which often lead to removal. However, not every person will need to have all four wisdom teeth extracted. The decision depends on factors such as jaw size, tooth position, and long-term oral health. When Is Removal of All Four Wisdom Teeth Recommended? Even when wisdom teeth[…] Read More

Top Signs It Is Time for You to Get Your Wisdom Teeth Checked

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Your wisdom teeth, also called third molars, are the last set of teeth to develop, usually emerging in your late teens or early twenties. While some people experience no issues, many others face problems that can cause discomfort, infection, or even damage to neighboring teeth.  Recognizing when it’s time for you to have your wisdom teeth evaluated can help prevent more serious dental complications later on. Here are some of the top signs you should see an oral surgeon about[…] Read More

Do Impacted Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Removed?

Wisdom teeth are the common name for the third molars, and impacted wisdom teeth are partially or fully trapped in the gums or jawbone. Around 90 percent of the population has at least one impacted wisdom tooth; some people do not even realize they have wisdom teeth because they have not erupted yet. Wisdom teeth can cause various problems even under the surface, so surgical removal is often recommended. Common Problems Caused by Impacted Wisdom Teeth Cavities occur when impacted[…] Read More

How Long Does the Pain Last After Teeth Extraction?

The truth about how long the pain lasts after oral surgery for teeth extraction is that it varies from patient to patient. There should be no pain during surgery, but as the anesthetic wears off, there may be pain for the first three days. This is normal. Some more sensitive patients may be sore for a week. It is possible to develop a condition called dry socket, in which the blood clot that forms as the wound heals dislodges and[…] Read More

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