Ms. J is a 65-year-old female referred for evaluation and extraction of her remaining dentition (five periodontally involved mandibular teeth) and insertion of an immediate lower denture. She is ...

The non-extraction approach in Class II orthodontic treatment has gained increasing interest due to its potential to preserve dental structures and facial esthetics. However, this strategy requires ...

Your dentist says it’s time to remove your wisdom teeth. They may refer you to an oral surgeon, who will do the procedure in their office. It should only take a few days for you to heal and get back ...

Tooth extraction, or the removal of a tooth, is a relatively common procedure for adults, even though their teeth are meant to be permanent. Here are a few of the reasons someone may need to get a ...

Why do we have wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars that most people get in their late teens or early twenties. These teeth can be very useful to the mouth when healthy and ...

Multiple sclerosis can affect many areas of your daily life, including dental care. Symptoms of multiple sclerosis and the medications you take for these symptoms can lead to an increased need for ...