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When should wisdom teeth be removed?
Featured · Wisdom teeth

When should wisdom teeth be removed?

Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out. These are the signs that it's time to have them assessed by a specialist.

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Water out your nose after a tooth extraction?
Oral surgery

Water out your nose after a tooth extraction?

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Dry socket: why it hurts so much after an extraction
Oral surgery

Dry socket: why it hurts so much after an extraction

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A bony lump on your palate or mouth? It's a torus
Oral surgery

A bony lump on your palate or mouth? It's a torus

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“No bone for an implant”: bone graft and sinus lift
Implants

“No bone for an implant”: bone graft and sinus lift

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Afraid of the dentist? Sedation options
Oral surgery

Afraid of the dentist? Sedation options

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Extra tooth (supernumerary or mesiodens): remove it?
Oral surgery

Extra tooth (supernumerary or mesiodens): remove it?

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Labial frenulum and diastema: the front-teeth gap
Oral surgery

Labial frenulum and diastema: the front-teeth gap

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They found a cyst in my jaw: what's next?
Oral pathology

They found a cyst in my jaw: what's next?

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Tongue-tie (short lingual frenulum): when to treat it
Oral surgery

Tongue-tie (short lingual frenulum): when to treat it

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Lump on your lip or inside your mouth? (mucocele)
Oral pathology

Lump on your lip or inside your mouth? (mucocele)

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Dental infection (abscess): when it's an emergency
Oral surgery

Dental infection (abscess): when it's an emergency

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Impacted tooth or canine: why it happens and what to do
Oral surgery

Impacted tooth or canine: why it happens and what to do

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Mouth sore that won't heal: when to be concerned
Oral pathology

Mouth sore that won't heal: when to be concerned

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Aesthetic Botox in Cancún for wrinkles by a specialist
Aesthetic Botox

Aesthetic Botox in Cancún: wrinkles, prevention and natural results

What it treats, the areas involved and why a natural result depends on the specialist.

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Oral lesions and biopsy in Cancún
Oral pathology

Oral lesions: when a mouth sore or lump needs a biopsy

What to watch for, the warning signs, and when an oral biopsy is the right call.

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Maxillofacial surgeon in Cancún: what they do and when to see one
Maxillofacial surgery

Maxillofacial surgeon in Cancún: what they do and when to see one

What the specialty is, which problems it solves and when to see a specialist in Cancún.

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All-on-4 in Cancún: fixed teeth on implants
Implants

All-on-4 in Cancún: fixed teeth on implants

Restore a full fixed smile supported by four implants, with a specialist's judgement.

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Botox for bruxism: how it works and when it helps
TMJ · Botox

Botox for bruxism: how it works and when it helps

How botulinum toxin in the masseters relieves bruxism and jaw pain.

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Recovery care after wisdom teeth surgery
Recovery

Recovery after wisdom teeth surgery: a real guide

Recovery is more comfortable than many fear, especially if you follow the instructions well. Here's what to ex…

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Dental implant next to an X-ray and instruments
Implants

Dental implants: are they worth it?

A well-planned implant is the closest solution to a natural tooth. Here's what you should know before deciding…

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Jaw model with an impacted wisdom tooth
Wisdom teeth

Impacted wisdom tooth: what it is and what to do

An impacted tooth is one that didn't fully erupt. Even when it doesn't hurt, it's worth understanding why it d…

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3D scan assessment at the practice in Cancun
Wisdom teeth

How much does wisdom teeth removal cost in Cancún?

It's one of the most common questions, and the honest answer starts by understanding what determines the cost …

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Clear dental night guard next to dental models and a panoramic X-ray
TMJ

Bruxism: symptoms and how it's treated

Clenching or grinding your teeth wears down more than your smile: it affects the jaw and your rest. The good n…

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Dental implant and surgical instruments
Implants

Dental implant or bridge: which to choose?

Both replace missing teeth, but they work differently. Understanding the difference helps you choose wisely.…

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Orthognathic surgery planning with a 3D scan
Orthognathic

Orthognathic surgery: what to expect and results

When the bite is about the jaws, this surgery changes function and facial harmony. Here's what the path involv…

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