Overview of wisdom teeth and why they can become impacted Removing wisdom teeth is crucial for maintaining your oral health. If left untreated, impacted wisdom teeth can cause excruciating pain and harm other healthy teeth. Moreover, neglecting wisdom teeth can lead...
Canker sores, or aphthous ulcers, are small, painful sores that develop inside the mouth. Although not contagious or severe, they can cause discomfort and interfere with daily activities such as eating and speaking. Understanding the causes, treatment options, and...
There can be any number of reasons for the roof of the mouth to hurt when drinking hot liquids. The good thing is that the palate heals rather quickly, so there’s not usually anything to worry about. However, if you have pain in the roof of the mouth that lasts for...
Laser technology has become commonplace in our world. Lasers are used in many arenas from light shows to high-powered weapons. In the medical field, laser eye surgery has become a common procedure to improve eyesight. Recent advancements in dental technology have...
Baby’s first teeth usually begin to emerge when they are about six months of age. That’s just the average. However, each child is different, and some babies don’t start getting their teeth until closer to their first birthday. Others start the teething process at...
You might think that you would notice a problem like a cracked tooth right away, but that is surprisingly easy to overlook. It’s not as obvious as a chip or knocked out tooth. Many cracks in teeth are too small to see with the naked eye, and some are so fine that they...
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