This article, from the Academy of General Dentistry, has great info. about preventing dry socket. Definitely a good thing to read for tips before your child gets his or her wisdom teeth taken out!
The ADA offers this page with info on wisdom teeth. If you’re curious about whether or not it is ever healthy to keep wisdom teeth, or you want to find a dentist in your area, this is a good site to visit.
This site has good explanations for what happens when wisdom teeth try to erupt. There are good illustrations that explain the different kinds of impaction. A good site to visit if you want to know what’s going on inside your child’s mouth!
This site has lots of information about teeth, as well as an extensive FAQ page about wisdom teeth. Look it over if you have a specific question, and want to get informed before talking to your dentist.
This site has some basic info on wisdom teeth extractions and reasons why your child might want to have them removed. Check out the pictures of different types of impaction.
Most sources probably urge you to schedule your child an appointment with an oral surgeon. This article, which you can find through the WebMD website, has information on why the surgery might be over-performed. Take a look if you’re on the fence about whether or not your child needs his or her teeth removed.
This PDF file is a pamphlet from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
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