Following is a transcript of the video. Narrator: Each year 5 million Americans get their wisdom teeth removed, which costs about $3 billion in total medical costs. But for many, it's worth it ...

This section looks at which states may offer wisdom teeth removal. States that provide extensive Medicaid dental care may cover the cost of wisdom teeth removal if the procedure is deemed ...

It’s normal to be sore after having your wisdom teeth removed. Eating soft foods such as soups, yogurt, and ice cream may help make recovery easier and prevent infections or complications.

A 17-year-old died during a routine wisdom tooth removal in Washington state back in June, and his parents filed a lawsuit ...

The wisdom teeth are the last molars to erupt in our mouth, and they're way in the back upper and lower corners. Most people don't have room for them, so when they start erupting, they're painful.

Q: What are wisdom teeth? A: Technically speaking, wisdom teeth are considered “third molars.” They are generally the last teeth to erupt, and they typically do so during the teenage years. All told, ...