That throbbing pain in the back of your jaw might have you thinking about wisdom teeth removal. You’ve likely heard stories from friends or family about their own experiences. It seems like almost ...

What are wisdom teeth and why do they hurt so much? Learn about the evolutionary causes and how to stop wisdom tooth pain. For many, the mere mention of "wisdom teeth" conjures up memories of sore ...

When it comes to wisdom teeth – or third molars – these final sets of teeth usually emerge in the late teens or early twenties. They can, however, arrive with a host of complications, especially when ...

Impacted wisdom teeth happen when a wisdom tooth gets lodged underneath the gum line. This can trigger irritation, pain, and ultimately lead to gum disease and tooth decay if not treated. Impacted ...

Drs. Dan Martin and Rachel Appelblatt at Tahoe Oral Surgery and Implant Center are your local dental implant and oral surgery specialists. They are experienced and board certified oral surgeons who ...

Could wisdom teeth be a problem of the past? Researchers have found that young children who got shots of anesthetic for dental work sometimes never grow lower wisdom teeth when they are older. The ...