Tag: wisdom teeth

Why Don’t Wisdom Teeth Fit? History and Evolution of Third Molars

Why wisdom teeth don't fit

One of the most common dental surgeries performed today is having wisdom teeth extracted. But why is this so common and what is causing our teeth to not fit into our jaws? There is quite a bit of history to why this occurs.  Ancestors If our wisdom teeth are such a problem, what did our… Read more »

How Wisdom Teeth Affect Your Oral Health

One of the most common complaints of Midlothian patients experiencing wisdom tooth impaction is a general soreness of the tissue surrounding the wisdom tooth coming in. Wisdom teeth can become impacted when there is not enough room in our jawbone for them to fully erupt properly, like the rest of our teeth will. This causes… Read more »

Can I Keep My Wisdom Teeth?

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Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the last teeth to develop and usually appear in your late teens or early twenties. While some people have no problems with their wisdom teeth, others may experience pain, infections, and other issues that require removal. But the fact remains that some people never have issues with… Read more »

Wisdom Teeth FAQs

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Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are something most of us have. Not everyone who develops wisdom teeth needs to have them removed. Some people go their entire lives without any issues or needing to have them extracted. Here are a few FAQs to help you get to know a little more about wisdom teeth.  … Read more »

Fall is the Time for Wisdom Tooth Consultations

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The seasons have changed and everyone is pretty much back into a steady routine. High school and college students are back to school and well into their academic year. Their schedules are more organized but a lot busier with extracurricular activities before, during and after classes. We know the hassle it can be trying to… Read more »

Signs and Symptoms of Impacted Wisdom Teeth

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Wisdom teeth are usually the last set of your teeth to erupt into your mouth. Sometimes they don’t all come in at the same time, and sometimes it takes months for them to fully make an appearance. There is even a small percentage of people whose wisdom teeth never form, so they don’t ever have… Read more »

College Student Home? Schedule a Wisdom Teeth Consult!

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If they aren’t already, your college student will probably be homeward bound sometime soon. They probably have a million plans set, places they want to go, or friends they want to catch up with. You, on the other hand, are probably more concerned about their health and if they have been taking care of themself… Read more »

Plan Now for Summer Break Wisdom Tooth Removal

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School will be out in a matter of days. Kids will be off to summer camp, getting part-time jobs, prepping to leave for college, or going on trips with the family. Before you know it, all of that extra “free time” won’t be free after all. That’s why right now is a great time to… Read more »