Should You Get Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?
You’re not alone if you’ve ever been informed that you need your wisdom teeth extracted. On the contrary, according to the American Public Health Association data, an estimated 10 million wisdom teeth are extracted in the United States annually. But here’s the catch—not everybody needs them removed. At Knoxville Smiles at Malone & Costa Dentistry, we frequently hear this question from our patients: “Is it necessary, or is it just routine?” Our reply is always the same—it depends on your oral health. We base our decisions on what’s best for you, not what’s “normally done.” Our experienced dentists are here … Continue reading
