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Why Are They Called Wisdom Teeth?

Posted by Northwest Oral Content Team on 4 Feb, 2019

Wisdom teeth, the molars located the farthest back in the jaw, are formally known as third molars; but their nickname is much more commonly used. How did this nickname come about? Do these teeth have anything to do with wisdom? Let’s take a...

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What Age Should You Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Posted by Northwest Oral Content Team on 25 Jan, 2019

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Most people will experience some type of dental issue or another throughout their life, but not everyone is affected by their wisdom teeth i...

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Wisdom Teeth & Dry Socket: What You Need to Know

Posted by Northwest Oral Content Team on 9 Jan, 2019

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Ever wonder why the doctors tell you that you can't use a straw after having your wisdom teeth (or any other teeth) removed? It's because of...

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What to Eat Immediately After Wisdom Tooth Surgery

Posted by Northwest Oral Content Team on 21 Dec, 2018

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One of the most common questions we get from patients who are scheduling wisdom tooth surgery is: "What will I be able to eat after surgery?...

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Causes & Cures for Wisdom Tooth Pain

Posted by Northwest Oral Content Team on 12 Dec, 2018

There are a few reasons why your wisdom teeth might be hurting you, but most of the time the answer is simple: wisdom teeth removal is neede...

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Why is it Important to Replace Missing Teeth?

Posted by Northwest Oral Content Team on 3 Dec, 2018

Have you lost a tooth due to an accident, aging or disease? Have you cracked and lost a tooth due to eating an apple or (gasp!) opening that...

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Enjoying Christmas After Wisdom-Teeth Removal

Posted by Northwest Oral Content Team on 22 Nov, 2018

Wisdom-teeth removal (or an other oral surgery) during the holidays just makes sense. Why? Mainly because you have time off from work and/or...

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Sinus Lift: What is it and Why is it Necessary?

Posted by Northwest Oral Content Team on 25 Oct, 2018

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Losing a tooth in the upper row of your teeth as an adult can be an unfortunate experience for cosmetic and practical reasons. Getting a den...

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How to Alleviate Anxiety Before Dental Implant Surgery

Posted by Northwest Oral Content Team on 21 Oct, 2018

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Dental implants can completely transform your smile. They can also fill you with anxiety about the procedure itself. Anxiety about dental im...

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The Most Common Problems Created by Impacted Wisdom Teeth

Posted by Northwest Oral Content Team on 12 Oct, 2018

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Statistics from the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) indicates that 9 out of 10 people suffer from at least one...

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Northwest Oral News

Why Are They Called Wisdom Teeth?

What Age Should You Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Wisdom Teeth & Dry Socket: What You Need to Know

What to Eat Immediately After Wisdom Tooth Surgery

Causes & Cures for Wisdom Tooth Pain

Why is it Important to Replace Missing Teeth?

Enjoying Christmas After Wisdom-Teeth Removal

Sinus Lift: What is it and Why is it Necessary?

How to Alleviate Anxiety Before Dental Implant Surgery

The Most Common Problems Created by Impacted Wisdom Teeth

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