Wisdom teeth are just after all teeth, so can grow and erupt normally into your mouth without causing any discomfort or soreness. Issues arise when there is not enough space in your jaw or the tooth is stuck in the wrong position. This is quite common and is often why...
You would not find many people who look forward to a wisdom tooth extraction. Most of us have this idea stuck in our head that it is going to be painful, and the recovery would be long and problematic. Fortunately, the reality is different. In many cases, there would...
It sometimes feels like wisdom teeth are simply there to cause us grief. An evolutionary hang-up, they were necessary for our ancestors to more effectively chew tough plants and meat and act as insurance for faster wear. As we’ve evolved and developed better oral hygiene, as well as utensils and cooking methods, wisdom teeth have become largely redundant. Sometimes, they can even be a danger to our oral health. Let’s have a look at why you may have to get your wisdom teeth out.
What to expect after getting your wisdom teeth out. Firstly, the examination appointment. This is the time the dentist identifies that you may or may not require removal of your wisdom teeth. This could be a result of pain associated with a wisdom tooth or it could be...
