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Is Flying After Tooth Extraction Safe?

May 1, 2019

If you’ve been told you’ll need a tooth extracted, you may feel there’s no “convenient” time to have it done. We all lead busy lives, and fitting a dental procedure into your busy schedule may be a challenge. For those who have a vacation or business trip coming up on the calendar, it could raise the question: Is flying after tooth extraction safe?

It normally takes a couple of days to recover after tooth extraction, so most dentists would recommend resting for at least 48 hours before flying. This enables you to get the rest you need to have a smooth recovery. While it’s technically safe to fly after most dental procedures, it may be especially uncomfortable to do so within the first 24-48 hours.

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Wisdom Teeth Problems: Do I Need My Wisdom Teeth Removed?

April 1, 2019

Whether you are an adolescent, parent, or grown adult, you’ve probably heard someone tell you about getting wisdom teeth removed.

And, we get it… hearing about a dental procedure is never fun or exciting.

Well…except to us. But that’s beside the point.

If you haven’t had your wisdom teeth removed yet, you’re probably wondering:

Do I really need my wisdom teeth removed?

Getting your wisdom teeth removed has become a sort of rite of passage – but not everyone needs to have their wisdom teeth removed.

Let’s find out if you need this procedure and what can happen if you keep your wisdom teeth.

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