After having your wisdom teeth removed, you should refrain from using straws for at least a week to prevent dry socket. By dislodging the blood clot, the sucking action can lead to additional bleeding.

To correct an overbite, pressure can be applied to the mouth with appliances, reshaping its natural contours. The top and bottom arches move into a more balanced profile over time.

After having a tooth extracted, you should refrain from using any mouthwash for at least 24 hours. In order to keep your mouth clean, you can gargle with warm salt water.

During the first year following the completion of your orthodontic treatment, you will have two retainer check-in appointments. If you still have wisdom teeth, you will then have a yearly appointment to have them checked.

A number of things, such as poor oral hygiene, bacterial infections, dry mouth, post-extraction bleeding, and dry socket, can result in bad breath after tooth extraction.

Due to the tightening of the mouth and jaw muscles, it is typical to experience a minor headache or even a severe migraine after a wisdom teeth removal procedure.

Prior to wisdom tooth extraction surgery, quit smoking at least 12 hours in advance. Prior to the day of surgery, it is ideal to reduce or stop smoking.

After having your wisdom teeth removal, nausea and throwing up are common. A patient's post-anesthesia nausea is a possibility in some cases.

The second trimester is the preferred time for wisdom teeth extractions, but they can still be done while a woman is pregnant.