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The thought of a tooth extraction can be daunting. At Greenspoint Dental, our first priority is always to save your natural teeth. However, sometimes removal is the best path forward for your overall health. Learn the essential reasons why this procedure becomes unavoidable and how our compassionate North Houston team can help you find relief.
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Do you know why wisdom teeth are called wisdom teeth? Well, it has to do with age and wisdom. According to the American Dental Association, “One major dental milestone that usually takes place between the ages of 17 and 21 is the appearance of your third molars. Historically, these teeth have been called wisdom teeth … Continued
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Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars people get generally in their teenage years or early twenties. When wisdom teeth come in, your dentist examines them to determine whether or not they need to be removed. While every mouth is different, about 5 million Americans get their wisdom teeth removed each … Continued
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Getting your tooth pulled, typically, is not something people look forward to. However, your dentist may tell you at one point that receiving a tooth extraction is the best form of treatment for some of your teeth, especially if your teeth are severely decayed. The first thing to do when you hear this news is … Continued
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There are many different situations that may require tooth extraction. It could be that your wisdom teeth have finally decided to poke their way through, overcrowding your mouth. Or it could be that for whatever reason a tooth has decayed past the point of repair. Tooth extraction is usually necessary prior the placement of a … Continued
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Wisdom teeth are a third set of molars that most people get in their late teens or early twenties. In some cases, wisdom teeth can be left in the mouth if they aren’t causing any problems. More often, however, wisdom teeth are misaligned or impacted. A misaligned wisdom tooth may be positioned horizontally, or angled … Continued