So you’ve just had your wisdom teeth pulled, your mouth is sore and your friends or family may or may have not already made a viral video of you under anesthetic—what should you be doing next? Whether you’re not internet famous or not, you might be wondering what’s normal and what might be cause for concern…
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Although it would be nice if wisdom teeth made us all wiser somehow, that’s really not the case. In fact, the likelihood that you’ll need to have wisdom teeth removal performed is fairly high. Situated at the back of your mouth, they were nicknamed ‘wisdom teeth’ because they typically show up when you’re between seventeen and twenty-one.…
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Undergoing dental extractions at our office is more common than you think. Dental implant therapy is on the rise and many clients wish to preserve their natural teeth when possible. Socket preservation is also known as a bone graft. It is often recommended to prevent bone loss after an extraction. We take the time…
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Getting wisdom teeth pulled is a part of life for most people sometime after they’re 16. You’ve probably heard your dentist mention it's wise to have your wisdom teeth removed! While this may seem like a cause of anxiety for some, the good news is, the procedure is very common and nothing to worry about.…
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At Kaizen Dental in Richmond, we are constantly striving to deliver superior dentistry. When it comes to damaged teeth, we provide a comprehensive restoration plan that prioritizes your ongoing dental health. If a tooth is chipped or similarly damaged, we will evaluate which approach makes sense for your future smile. Most often we will place…
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Deciding whether to have your wisdom teeth (AKA third molars) removed is an important step in your lifelong oral health plan. Developmentally, most people will not have enough room available in their mouth and jaw for wisdom teeth to grow in without complications. In the majority of cases, wisdom teeth come in and begin to…
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