You order some tea at your favorite café, but you’re a little too eager to enjoy that steaming cup of herbal delight. You take a sip, and — ow! You get an unpleasant shock when the searing hot liquid scalds your tongue. Or maybe you just had oral surgery and are bleeding a bit after your procedure. Fortunately, these types of wounds heal quickly. Have you ever wondered why your mouth makes such a speedy recovery after it’s injured? Your dentist near Lumberton is here to explain.

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From infancy to adulthood, the body undergoes several dramatic changes. You get taller, your voice changes, you name it; the body is an incredibly complex organism. However, it’s common that between the ages of 17 and 21, two pairs of teeth known as wisdom teeth will appear in the back of your mouth. This may cause your mouth to become overcrowded leaving the rest of your teeth at risk. The good news is this is a pretty common occurrence, so wisdom tooth removal in Mount Holly is available if needed.

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