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Making College More Affordable

College costs are higher than ever. We’re doing our part to help local families save money.

Our 2022 Wisdom For Wisdom program is here! This program helps to offset some of the costs of college by providing free wisdom teeth removal to two students in the Metairie and Gretna areas. The students will also be treated using EXPAREL®, a non-opioid, long-lasting treatment that will ensure a healthy recovery after the procedure.

Daniel, 27, is a student at Bellevue University who works tirelessly to pay for his own college education. Even though his work caused a late start to his college career, Daniel is dedicated to putting himself through school and getting his degree. He wrote that the Wisdom For Wisdom program would allow him to focus on saving money for tuition and having peace of mind knowing his mouth is healthy.

Preston, 18, just graduated from Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy and plans to attend Louisiana Tech University. He plans to study biomedical engineering while working hard to cover the costs of his education on his own. By being selected as a Wisdom For Wisdom recipient, Preston said that it would help him pay the remaining balance of his room and board for his freshman year of college, relieving both stress and financial strain.

We wish every student the best as they pursue their academic endeavors.

Daniel and Preston’s consults and procedures will be completed by Drs. Smith and Ferguson at our offices in Gretna and Metairie. Follow the journey on Facebook and Instagram.

Learn more about wisdom teeth removal.

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Just the facts...

  • Wisdom teeth that are impacted (they cannot erupt completely) can cause problems in your mouth and sinus.
  • Wisdom teeth are also known as third molars.
  • Wisdom teeth are removed for a variety of reasons, including the jaw not having the space for them.
  • Wisdom teeth got their nickname because they often grow in during the “age of wisdom” usually between the ages of 17 and 25.
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