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Myth: If You Have Dental Decay You Will Need A Tooth Extraction
Having teeth removed is a nightmare for many people, and it's not an unreasonable fear since the process can be complicated and the recovery can be painful. Additionally, missing a tooth can impact one’s self-esteem.
What can I expect from my wisdom teeth surgery?
Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to come in, most commonly between the ages of 17 – 25 years. Because of the process of evolution in humans, our jaw sizes no longer accommodate for all our wisdom teeth in some cases.
Impacted Wisdom Teeth: What to do?
Wisdom teeth are the more common name for the third molars, which are the last adult teeth to come in. They are located at the back of the mouth, two on the top and two on the bottom.
Wisdom Teeth: Blessing or Burden?
For some people, they are just teeth that appear later in life, for others, they cause terrible pain. So, why are some people born without them and why do some people have serious trouble with them?
What are Common Causes of Dental Pain?
Pain is something that no one wishes for, however, it serves a very useful purpose for us humans. Feeling pain in our bodies way of telling us that something is wrong, and that we need to pay attention to the problem.
Will dental implants rust?
A dental implant is an artificial replacement for teeth. Losing teeth due to; trauma, decay, wear, gum disease and other issues that can cause an individual to lose natural teeth is when a dental implant is considered.
Is root canal treatment a painless dental procedure?
Would your heart rate start to increase if you were advised to have a root canal? Your anxiety and nerves might start to creep in over the ‘dreaded’ procedure.
Can you have a dental implant if the tooth was removed years ago?
There are many reasons to remove a tooth. Sometimes it's unavoidable, but sometimes tooth removal is a choice made out of convenience or financial necessity.
Did you know, around 85% of wisdom teeth eventually need to be removed?
If you are a young adult, you probably know lots of people who are suffering because of their wisdom teeth. Maybe most of them already have an appointment with a dentist to remove them.
What is better, a dental implant or a dental bridge?
Many people have asked the question; which is better, a dental implant or a dental bridge? However, the answer will depend on a number of different factors
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