After wisdom teeth removal, eating and drinking the right foods matter. Try yogurt, mashed veggies, and soups to support ...

When you have a wisdom tooth removed, the ache should quickly recede from memory. But some people develop a painful complication called dry socket. Allowing the wound to heal undisturbed can help ...

Some people don't need their wisdom teeth removed. However, if your wisdom teeth cause complications like infection or crowding, have them taken out.

As I write this my favorite youngest granddaughter is anticipating wisdom teeth surgery. She will, of course, be anesthetized. On recovery, she will be attended by her faithful Mom and treated to a ...

For countless people, the prospect of wisdom teeth removal stirs a deep sense of dread. While many undergo the procedure without incident, the reality is that this“routine” surgery is fraught with ...

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 ...

Getting your wisdom teeth extracted might sound stressful and painful, but it’s something that many people experience. According to Gentle Dental, 70% of people will eventually need to get their ...

Each year, about 5 million people have their wisdom teeth removed. Whether it be due to pain, repeated infection, damage to nearby teeth, or other medical reasoning, getting your wisdom teeth ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. DENVER — You know what can be a pain?

I got my wisdom teeth out on Friday at 11AM. All 4 were taken out, and one had a "hooklike" root that tore out a good piece of my gum tissue. The gum was stitched up and I was sent on my way.<BR><BR>I ...