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Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom Teeth

Thursday, March 31, 2011
The old saying, “If it ain't broke, don't fix it,” doesn't really apply when discussing your wisdom teeth. It's great if they are not bothering you, but don't wait for problems to develop before you take action. This may seem counter-intuitive, but you should know that the best time to have your wisdom teeth removed ...

Why Are They Called “Wisdom” Teeth?

Fun Dental Facts, Wisdom Teeth

Thursday, February 4, 2010
Third molars have been referred to as “teeth of wisdom” since the Seventeenth Century and simply “wisdom teeth” since the Nineteenth Century. The third molars generally appear much later than other teeth, usually between the ages of 17 and 25 when a person reaches adulthood. It is generally thought among linguists that they ...

The Right Time for Removing Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom Teeth

Saturday, January 30, 2010
When it comes to your wisdom teeth, the old adage, “if it isn't broke don't fix it,” does not hold true. Many times your third molars or “wisdom teeth” can be negatively impacting your mouth even though they are not causing you any pain or discomfort. For example, having a tooth press on the roots ...