wisdom teeth

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  March 26, 2024

  Jaw Numbness After Wisdom Teeth Removal Is Not Improving

  I still have jaw numbness that is not improving after wisdom teeth removal. An oral surgeon pulled all four of my wisdom teeth. I waited until I was 32 to get the teeth pulled, so I thought I might have a rough recovery. I saw the surgeon for sensation tests because the lower right side…

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  December 27, 2022

  How Long Can I Delay Wisdom Teeth Surgery?

  How long can I delay wisdom teeth surgery before it becomes an emergency? I am 32 years old and have all four wisdom teeth. I am pursuing new employment and opted to keep medical insurance only when I got laid off in October. My wisdom teeth were occasionally hurting, but within the past few weeks,…

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  April 30, 2022

  Can a Dentist Who Sees Emergency Patients Help with Wisdom Teeth?

  I know wisdom teeth can be complicated, especially if they are impacted, but if a dentist who sees emergency patients can help, I think I should go. I’ve had issues on and off with all 4 wisdom teeth, but now pain in the lower teeth is intense. Last month, I started whitening my teeth, and…