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What are Wisdom Teeth and Why Do They Need to Come Out?

What are Wisdom Teeth and Why Do They Need to Come Out?

Wisdom teeth are really just your third molars, located in the very back of your tooth arch and are the last of your adult teeth to erupt. They most commonly erupt between the ages of 17 and 20. Most people have them, but for some people, these third molars simply do...

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How to Prepare Your Child for Wisdom Teeth Extraction

How to Prepare Your Child for Wisdom Teeth Extraction

If your teen is scheduled to have wisdom teeth extraction surgery, you might be feeling stressed-out about the procedure and how you can best prepare for whatโ€™s to come. Surgery can be frightening. As the adult, itโ€™s your role to get the information you need and to...

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Playing it Smart After Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Playing it Smart After Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Surgery to remove wisdom teeth is one of the most common procedures that oral surgeons and dentists perform. It is important to follow your doctorโ€™s instructions afterwards for the best chances of quick and complete recovery. Here are some tips for taking care of...

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Extracting Wisdom Teeth

Extracting Wisdom Teeth

Your third molars, or wisdom teeth, are usually the last to make their appearance in your mouth. Some people donโ€™t even have them break through at all. Whether or not they erupt, they can wreak havoc in your mouth if there isnโ€™t enough room for them. If they become...

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What are Cosmetic Dental Procedures?

What are Cosmetic Dental Procedures?

Age, bad habits, and food and drink choices can all add up to be hard on our teeth. If you are unhappy with your smile and wish you could improve it, consider cosmetic dental procedures. Cosmetic dentistry offers a variety of options for restoring your smile. Teeth...

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What Your Diet Means to Your Mouth

What Your Diet Means to Your Mouth

What you eat and drink can affect your oral health. A balanced diet will boost your bodyโ€™s natural immune system, helping to lower your risks for oral problems. There are also certain foods and drinks that you should avoid in order to pave the way for healthy gums and...

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Energy Drinks and Your Teeth

Energy Drinks and Your Teeth

Though sports drinks and energy drinks may provide refreshment after a workout or keep you awake to study, they can also do serious damage to your teeth. People often think of these drinks as healthy alternatives to soda, but thatโ€™s not the case. In fact, research...

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Removing Tartar

Removing Tartar

Brush and brush and brush, but you probably will not be able to get rid of all the plaque on your teeth. Even with regular brushing, some amount of plaque will build up on your teeth and turn into a hard substance called tartar. It simply canโ€™t be removed without...

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Stop the Pop!!

Stop the Pop!!

Whether you call it pop, soda, soft drink, or something else, these terms all refer to a sugary, carbonated drink popular all over the country. It is estimated that Americans consume over 13 billion gallons of soft drinks each year. These beverages can cause serious...

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