How Wisdom Tooth Extraction Is Done
Typically, wisdom tooth extraction is done when the patient is under anesthesia. The procedure can take place at the dentist’s office, a hospital, or an outpatient clinic, depending on the complexity of the case and a patient’s level of anxiety about the procedure. Here is how the procedure goes: Incision: An incision made in the […]
What You Need to Know About Wisdom Teeth
It’s important to understand how wisdom teeth grow, when they show up, and the damage they can do to your mouth so you can do everything possible to prevent a wisdom tooth emergency. Here are some facts to know: Impacted wisdom teeth: Impacted wisdom teeth do not always break through the gums. Partially impacted wisdom […]
Complications Caused by Wisdom Teeth
If you get braces as a teenager, your dentist and orthodontist will work together to determine if and when your wisdom teeth need to be removed. The last thing anyone wants after all that effort to straighten your teeth is for four extra teeth to pop up and wreck your alignment and bite. Even if […]
Cosmetic Problems Fixed by Porcelain Veneers
Veneers are a versatile cosmetic dentistry solution. In just two appointments, veneers can do in one procedure what would take several other cosmetic enhancements to achieve. Instead of teeth whitening and Invisalign and bonding and crowns, you can opt for veneers and correct everything at once, including: Chips Short teeth Stains Discoloration Worn enamel Gaps […]
Side Effects of Teeth Grinding
Grinding and/or clenching your teeth every night while you sleep can lead to: Sore teeth Cracked or broken teeth Worn enamel Gum recession Damaged dental work Tension headaches Popping jaw joints Tenderness when biting or chewing People who grind their teeth at night know it. These symptoms are difficult to ignore. For some people, teeth […]