Tooth Extraction

Many people prefer to drink their coffee and other beverages through straws. Those cute tumblers and Stanley cups with straws even make drinking water enjoyable. However, if you have had a wisdom tooth extraction recently, your doctor will suggest not to use the straws as they require suction. You might wonder, “How long after wisdom […]

It can be unfortunate to get a wisdom tooth extracted to relieve pain, only to find out you have another complication to deal with. However, treating an infected gum after wisdom tooth removal is easy if you know what caused it to happen in the first place. Causes of Gum Infection After Wisdom Tooth Extraction […]

Tooth extraction is a common dental procedure, with over 20 million extractions done each year in the USA. While most heal without problems, some people can develop a painful condition called dry socket. Therefore, it is important to know what a normal socket after tooth extraction looks like. What is a Tooth Socket? A tooth […]

A dental implant is the most effective alternative after tooth extraction. However, some people find out from their dental professional that they don’t have enough jawbone for the implant. So, how long can you wait to get a bone graft after tooth extraction? It is more effective if you do it immediately after the tooth […]

Do you have pain after tooth extraction? Removing a tooth becomes necessary in some cases, such as large or deep cavities and problematic wisdom teeth. While the procedure is followed by discomfort, you may experience severe pain after tooth removal. Learn all about tooth extraction pain in this blog! How Long Pain After Tooth Extraction […]

Your third set of molars, commonly known as wisdom teeth, are the final teeth to emerge in your mouth. When these teeth are healthy and properly aligned, they typically do not require special attention. However, despite their natural state, approximately 10 million wisdom teeth are removed annually in the United States. This is often due […]