Plaque can build up on teeth over time, leading to tooth decay and gum disease. Not only is plaque a nuisance, but it’s also dangerous – tartar can actually lead to tooth loss! Thankfully, there are ...

Tooth extractions, including ones involving infection, periodontal disease and crowding issues, are one of the most common dental procedures. An estimated 10 million wisdom teeth are extracted from ...

Everybody knows somebody with a wisdom tooth removal story: tales of cheek puffiness and recovery room, OMG-she-said-that?! abound. As a nurse, I considered wisdom teeth removal a minor procedure that ...

Medicaid offers some level of adult dental care in every state in the United States. Many states may have Medicaid coverage for wisdom tooth extraction if the tooth is infected. Depending on the ...

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, ...

The order that you brush and floss in can be a major factor in your ability to get all the gunk out of your teeth, experts say.