What Are Impacted Wisdom Teeth?

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Evolution isn’t always tidy and linear. For example, we have smaller jaws than our ancestors thousands of years ago, but most of our bodies haven’t adapted by generating fewer teeth. Two-thirds of us produce the same amount of teeth as early humans. These late-developing extra molars are called wisdom teeth and they pose unique oral…

Gum Disease And Tooth Loss

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Did you know that the most common cause of tooth loss among adults is gum disease? At Steven T. Cutbirth DDS in Waco, the good news is that gum disease is easy to treat if it is detected in the early stages. Regular check-ups are critical, but there are warning signs for gum disease that…

Eat More Fish! Gum Disease Treatment in Waco

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There’s an interesting dental article on the Web MD Health News site. It’s called ‘Fatty Fish, Nuts May Prevent Gum Disease,’ and its author describes a recent study linking diets high in polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) with a lower risk of periodontitis. In short, these foods may help prevent gum disease, here in Waco and elsewhere. Periodontitis,…