Do Wisdom Teeth Really Need to Come Out?

One of the most common questions we hear about wisdom teeth is, “If they are not bothering me, why would I take them out?” It is a good question, and the answer is not that everyone needs their wisdom teeth removed. Some wisdom teeth erupt normally, stay healthy, and never cause a problem. Others become…

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Why Did My Orthodontist Ask Me to Wear Rubber Bands?

You finally got used to your braces or clear aligners, and then your orthodontist hands you a tiny bag of rubber bands and gives you one more thing to remember every day. It is reasonable to wonder whether something so small can really make much of a difference. The answer is yes. Orthodontic rubber bands,…

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