Dubbed your third molars, wisdom teeth typically make their appearance between the ages of 17 and 25, rounding out your set of pearly whites. While these teeth are a natural occurrence, it’s quite common for people to have them removed. This decision often stems from concerns such as overcrowding or various dental issues. Keep reading to explore three reasons why individuals undergo this procedure and how you can determine if your wisdom teeth require extraction.
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This time of year is filled with festive drinks, delicious pies, and peppermint-flavored everything; it’s no wonder it’s earned the nickname “season of sugar!” To help keep your teeth strong and your gums infection-free, it’s important to be selective about the foods and drinks you indulge in. With this in mind, keep reading for five holiday treats that can hurt your teeth.
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As you may know, dentists typically recommend coming in for preventive care at least twice a year. However, many people see their dentist less often than that, and some rarely go at all.
One of the nice things about dental care is that there’s never a bad time to start. However, some people are a little bit reticent to get back in the dental chair because they’re worried that their next dental cleaning will be a little bit uncomfortable.
Thankfully, you don’t have to worry much about that. Here’s what you should know.
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If anyone in your family is between the ages of 17 and 21, they may be due to receive their wisdom teeth soon – which means there’s a good chance that they might need a wisdom tooth extraction in the near future. For many people, summer can be an excellent time to have this procedure done. Here’s a brief review of why wisdom teeth often need to be removed, as well as the advantages of doing so around this time of year.
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