Unfortunately, wisdom teeth cause more harm than good, most of the time, which is why they are so often extracted. There are many situations when extraction is necessary, and our professional, Dr. Michael Shnayder, encourages you to visit Village Pointe Oral Surgery to find out if you are one who needs this treatment. In addition to the appointment, you can... read more »

Dental cysts are slowly developing deviations in oral and periodontal tissues. They can vary in severity and most are filling with a fluid. Some are completely benign and can be managed by your own immune system, while other might be linked to a more serious oral health problem. Early symptoms typically involve a swelling at the gumline, irritation near a... read more »

You probably know that your wisdom teeth usually erupt after all of your other teeth, generally between the ages of sixteen and twenty years old. Since your wisdom teeth are the last to come in, there often isn’t enough room for them to erupt properly. This can lead to a number of serious complications. If there isn’t enough room in... read more »

After you have extracted your wisdom teeth, it’s very important that you heal properly. If you don’t, major dental problems could occur and your smile would be in grave danger. So, to help you heal properly and take advantage of the recovery process, we recommend doing the following things: · Reduce the bleeding as much as possible. You can do... read more »