Posts Tagged ‘ wisdom teeth ’

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Smoking & Vaping After Wisdom Teeth Removal: Recovery Timeline & Risks

If you smoke, vape, or use nicotine products regularly, wisdom teeth removal puts you in a tough spot. You’re recovering from oral surgery, your mouth needs time to heal, and everything you’ve read tells you to wait, but nobody has given you a clear answer on how long or why it actually matters. The short […]

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Wisdom Tooth Removal for College Students: A Timing Guide

When you’re balancing a full course schedule, midterms and finals, athletics, internships, a part-time job, and all of the fun activities that go along with being in college, finding the right time to schedule a wisdom tooth removal can be challenging. School breaks often offer the best chance to get your wisdom teeth removed without […]

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Why Are My Gums Swollen Around My Wisdom Teeth?

Swelling in the gums around wisdom teeth is a common concern. For many people, swelling is a temporary side effect of teeth pushing through the gums. In other cases, it may signal infection or indicate that the teeth are impacted below the surface Simple at-home remedies such as rinses and warm compresses can help to […]

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Can Wisdom Teeth Cause Bad Breath? (Yes, And Here’s What You Can Do)

Wisdom teeth are a common source of bad breath. Because they are located at the back of the mouth, and difficult to clean—a buildup of plaque, bacteria, decay, and infection around wisdom teeth can cause unpleasant odors that easily translate into your breath. In this article, we’ll explore how wisdom teeth can cause bad breath, […]

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What Happens if You Have a Broken Wisdom Tooth?

Key Takeaways: A broken wisdom tooth can be extremely painful, and can negatively impact your oral and overall health. Extraction of the broken tooth is often the best option to address both the discomfort of a broken tooth and prevent future issues.