After reading the previous blog entries in this series, you should be well aware of the many risks associated with keeping your third molars, otherwise known as your wisdom teeth, past your early twenties.  Here’s a quick refresher on a few of the main reasons to have your wisdom teeth removed by this experienced oral […]

Although humans’ early ancestors likely made use of their third molars, also known as the wisdom teeth, in chewing their rough diet, the teeth are no longer useful for gnawing on modern-day cuisine, which is full of softer foods. In fact, the human jaw has evolved in a way that no longer accommodates the third […]

Our mouths can be havens for infection-inducing bacteria. Even the most fastidious flossers can’t eliminate all of the plaque that accumulates near and under the gumline. That’s why regular dental exams and cleanings are so important—to periodically clear away plaque build-up and the bacteria that comes along with it. Those oral bacteria also offer another […]

If you spent your early teen years faithfully keeping your appointments with the orthodontist to achieve a picture-perfect smile, or if you’re one of the lucky folks whose teeth came in straight naturally, then you’ll want to make it a priority to schedule an appointment with this dual –degreed Chicago oral surgeon to have your […]

Did you know that keeping your wisdom teeth increases your likelihood of developing periodontal disease (bacterial invasion of gum tissue)? A study conducted by researchers from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons found strong evidence of gum disease in the area of the third molars in over 60 percent of patients who were […]

Unlike a fine wine, your wisdom teeth do not get better with age. In fact, the longer you keep your wisdom teeth, you face a significantly greater risk of experiencing some sort of trouble caused by these third molars. Many patients think that if the wisdom teeth aren’t causing them pain or other concerns, there’s […]

When there is not enough room in the jaw for the wisdom teeth to erupt, the wisdom  teeth become impacted.  Impacted teeth can be painful and foster infection, and in some cases, they can even lead to cysts or tumors. A cyst forms when the normal sac (tooth follicle) surrounding an impacted tooth fills with fluid. […]

ORA Oral Surgery & Implant Studio®, an oral surgery practice in the Chicago Loop district created by Dr. Steven A. Koos, D.D.S., M.D., is proud to announce that they are the first oral surgery office in the country to be certified by the Eco-Dentistry Association’s™ GreenDOC™ Dental Certification Program. Online PR News – 04-February-2011 –Chicago, […]

If you are considering having your wisdom teeth removed but are concerned that doing so may have a negative impact on your mouth’s ability to do its job, rest assured that the wisdom teeth have no function for the modern-day human. It is likely that early human ancestors actually needed their wisdom teeth so that […]

Women who are planning to get pregnant should include a visit to the oral surgeon on their checklist of  health care appointments. It’s essential for these women to have their wisdom teeth extracted if they  haven’t already done so because leaving the wisdom teeth in place may increase the likelihood of a pre-  term birth […]