That throbbing pain in the back of your jaw might have you thinking about wisdom teeth removal. You’ve likely heard stories from friends or family about their own experiences. It seems like almost ...

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Plaque can build up on teeth over time, leading to tooth decay and gum disease. Not only is plaque a nuisance, but it’s also dangerous – tartar can actually lead to tooth loss! Thankfully, there are ...

A woman seeking a single tooth extraction on July 26 at the makeshift clinic, located in a kitchen, was allegedly told she needed five teeth removed due to decay. Fluoride, a naturally occurring ...

Carol Evans' oral surgeon told her she was too heavy to have her tooth removed under anesthetic. It was the wake-up call she needed to lose 100 pounds through diet and exercise. She says she got ...

For older teens and young adults, the extraction of so-called wisdom teeth is a painful rite of passage. A new study suggests it’s likely made more perilous by the package of narcotic pain pills that ...

Discusses the indications for using an extraoral approach when surgically removing a lower third molar. Discusses the normal radiographic appearance of the ID canal and possible variations. A useful ...