Many people are so worried about their wisdom tooth extraction that they don’t even consider what will happen after the procedure. The days following wisdom tooth removal are crucial, so knowing what to expect will …
Are Your Wisdom Teeth Causing You Pain?
There was a time not too long ago when wisdom teeth extractions were considered a rite of passage to adulthood. Now, more oral surgeons and dentists are taking a wait-and-see approach. Wisdom teeth are carefully …
Wisdom Teeth Dry Socket Symptoms
Dry socket is one of the complications of wisdom tooth extraction that every patient dreads, but it’s actually less common than you might think. A 2016 study found that only 1.8 percent of patients experienced …
Signs of Wisdom Tooth Infection
Getting wisdom teeth is uncomfortable in even the best of circumstances, but when they become infected, discomfort quickly turns into throbbing pain. The location of wisdom teeth in the back of the mouth makes them …
Are Your Wisdom Teeth Keeping You Awake At Night?
Do you experience pain in your jaw or frequent headaches that are making it hard to get a good night’s sleep? If you’ve never had your wisdom teeth removed, there’s a good chance they are …
Wisdom Teeth and Headaches: What You Should Know
If you’re a young adult and you’ve suddenly started experiencing recurring headaches, it could be wisdom teeth—even if you don’t see or feel them yet. Here’s what you should know about how wisdom teeth and …
How Much Does Wisdom Tooth Extraction Cost in Albuquerque?
One of the most common reasons to see an oral surgeon is for wisdom tooth extraction. Most people get their wisdom teeth, or third molars, in their late teens or early twenties. Sometimes there’s enough …
Can You Get Wisdom Teeth Removed When You’re Pregnant?
When you’re pregnant, a lot of everyday things suddenly become off-limits. You have to skip the sushi when you go to your favorite Japanese restaurant, aspirin is out of the question when you have a …
A Step by Step Guide to Dental Implants
Dental implants are the most natural option for replacing missing teeth. This is because they’re the only option that replaces the tooth both above and below the gum line, preventing bone loss in the jaw. …
Top 10 Wisdom Teeth Questions and Answers
One of the most common procedures we perform as oral surgeons is wisdom tooth extraction. Why is that? Well, it’s simple: everyone gets wisdom teeth and almost everyone needs to get them pulled out. Here …