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If you’re someone who has gotten wisdom teeth – not everyone does! – then you have more than likely heard that you should have your wisdom teeth removed. Wisdom teeth removal is one of the most common procedures, with over 90% of adult Americans having gotten their wisdom teeth removed. But if you get wisdom teeth in the first place, why remove them? They wouldn’t come in if they didn’t serve a purpose, right? Here’s what you need to know about wisdom teeth removal. 

One of the first questions you get asked when you go in for a dental cleaning is, “How often do you floss?” The majority of people know that while they should floss daily, they don’t. This is either because they find it inconvenient, don’t understand the importance of flossing, or are doing it incorrectly, and ergo hurting their teeth and their gums instead of helping them. Here’s what you need to know about flossing, how to do it correctly, and how incorrect flossing can result in issues such as loosening teeth.

If your dentist tells you that you have a cavity, you may wonder how important it is to actually get it filled. You know that you should have them treated, but what if you don’t? Or what if you put off treatment? How bad is it if you ignore them? Some other dental issues can resolve themselves over time, such as mild gum disease with proper oral hygiene. Can’t that happen with cavities too?

Having a beautiful smile that garners attention is something that everyone should strive for. The average set of teeth can total out to 32 by most people, and the wisdom teeth are generally the last teeth to erupt through the gums. By the age of 13, individuals tend to have at least 28 of their…

If you or a loved one has heard you grind your teeth, you may be told to stop right away for good reason. Teeth grinding (bruxism) can eventually lead to long-term oral health complications, including headaches, jaw pain, and tooth damage. Still, simply being told to stop teeth grinding is sometimes easier said than done,…

Outstanding Dental Care in Ogden, Utah A strong dental office is more important than many people may realize at first. Excellent oral health is a big part of overall wellness in people. People who wish to keep their teeth strong and healthy need to visit dentists for in-depth checkups at least twice a year or...