The primary reasons for tooth extraction in adults are severe dental caries and periodontal disease. Studies show an 11% complication rate after extractions, with higher risks for smokers and patients ...

Over-the-counter pain medications work as well or better than opioids after wisdom tooth extraction for both men and women, according to a Rutgers Health-led follow-up to a landmark paper on ...

Although permanent teeth were meant to last a lifetime, there are a number of reasons why tooth extraction may be needed. A very common reason involves a tooth that is too badly damaged, from trauma ...

Over-the-counter pain medications work as well or better than opioids after wisdom tooth extraction for both men and women, ...

Les Masterson is a deputy editor and insurance analyst at Forbes Advisor. He has been a journalist, reporter, editor and content creator for more than 25 years. He has covered insurance for a decade, ...

Doctors may recommend tooth extraction if you have tooth decay, infection, or crowding. Cost can vary by your location, whether the tooth is impacted, and if you need additional teeth removed. While ...

There are two main types of dental extraction, simple extraction and surgical extraction. Simple dental extraction is used to remove teeth that can be seen and are easily accessible, whereas surgical ...

Over-the-counter pain medications work as well or better than opioids after wisdom tooth extraction for both men and women, ...

A woman suffered nerve damage after a painful wisdom tooth extraction where the dentist ignored her distress. The Health and Disability Commissioner found the dentist breached health consumer rights ...