While wisdom tooth extractions are not always necessary, a healthy mouth with a full set of wisdom teeth is pretty rare. Most people need to get them removed, usually the sooner the better. Wisdom teeth often get impacted or “stuck” because there’s simply not enough room in your jaw. They can cause problems like infections
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After a tooth extraction, taking good care of your mouth and getting enough rest is an important part of the healing process. You’ll need to nourish your body with healthy food and plenty of rest, keep the extraction site clean, and take any medications your dentist prescribes. Following your dentist’s aftercare instructions will also help
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A tooth extraction and aftercare is not anyone’s favorite process or procedure, but it doesn’t have to be unbearable. Our team at Country Club Dental in Flagstaff has conducted countless successful tooth extractions, which makes us experts on the aftercare process. Read on to ensure you can recover from an extraction as smoothly, quickly, and
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The initial healing process of a tooth extraction takes roughly one to two weeks. In this time, new gum tissue and bone will grow to cover the hole. A successful tooth extraction will result in some pain, swelling and residual bleeding for up to 24 to 48 hours. Within 2 to 3 days you should
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Getting a tooth permanently pulled is not an ideal situation, but sometimes it can’t be avoided. The first tooth extraction many people experience is having their wisdom teeth taken out. Other reasons for an adult tooth extraction can include a crowded mouth, decay, infection, periodontal disease or a complicated fracture. At Country Club Dental Flagstaff,
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