Wisdom teeth removal has become a rite of passage for American teenagers. Even the name “wisdom teeth” has connotations of the coming of age. Wisdom teeth, clinically known as third molars, have been bestowed this moniker based on the age at which they first begin to appear. The teenage years
Most people understand that good personal oral hygiene is critical to dental health. Daily dental care and regular visits to your dentist and hygienist are key components of a healthy mouth. People have been finding effective and natural ways to relieve dental pain and clean their teeth since history began.
Chances are, if you are an American adult, you either know somebody who has lost a permanent tooth or you have lost a tooth yourself. 69% of all Americans will have experienced tooth loss by the age of 44. Tooth loss has a huge impact on quality of life, overall
Trained and specializing in surgical facial reconstruction and jaw surgery, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (OMFS) are specially and specifically trained in the anatomy and physiology of the facial structures including bone, muscle, nerve and tissue relationships of the face, head and neck. For this reason, an OMFS has vast knowledge
Moms know how to handle anything. As a mother of two adventurous boys, I’ve had my share of cuts, scrapes and most recently, a nice sized burn. I’m proud to say that in most instances, I handle myself pretty well. My boys almost always cry much harder than I do
Can a dirty mouth really cause your demise? Some dental experts think it can. Many of us consider our dental health as secondary to our overall health. When faced with tough financial times, people often avoid needed dental care. Some of us aren’t very good about keeping our teeth and
