If it seems like many people you know, including yourself, have issues with wisdom teeth, you’re not imagining it. Most people experience the eruption of their third set of molars between the ages of 15 and 25. Although wisdom teeth were once essential for grinding and chewing tough foods, they no longer serve a purpose because of new cooking and food processing methods. As a result, human jaws have narrowed throughout time, which is why many people don’t have enough space to accommodate another set of molars. It’s common for wisdom teeth to need to be removed from impaction because they can grow in sideways, and here’s why.

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Traditional full dentures have been used for generations to treat complete tooth loss in one or both arches. Advancements in materials and technologies provide more realistic results than ever before. Your dentist can create a custom-fit denture that looks and feels natural. However, the process won’t happen overnight. Here’s how long you can expect it to take to get your dentures. 

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