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, ...

Your dentist says it’s time to remove your wisdom teeth. They may refer you to an oral surgeon, who will do the procedure in their office. It should only take a few days for you to heal and get back ...

Tooth extraction, or the removal of a tooth, is a relatively common procedure for adults, even though their teeth are meant to be permanent. Here are a few of the reasons someone may need to get a ...

Doctors may recommend tooth extraction if you have tooth decay, infection, or crowding. Cost can vary by your location, whether the tooth is impacted, and if you need additional teeth removed. While ...

Why do we have wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars that most people get in their late teens or early twenties. These teeth can be very useful to the mouth when healthy and ...

Like life, tooth loss happens. Whether due to periodontal disease, decay, fracture, injuries, cancer, or just plain wearing out, dental professionals are bound to replace missing teeth -- that's what ...