If you’re feeling anxious about an upcoming wisdom tooth extraction, you’re not alone! It’s natural to feel nervous at the prospect of someone deliberately pulling a pearly white. You might even find yourself questioning whether it’s truly necessary, especially if you haven’t had any problems with your latest molars. If they’re not hurting then why would they need to be removed?

In most cases, your dentist will do everything they can to preserve your natural teeth. However, wisdom teeth can be the exception to this general rule because of their potential for future harm. Keep reading to learn 3 good reasons why your dentist might want to take them out sooner rather than later!

Many people have anxiety about sitting in the dentist’s chair and miss their routine checkups and cleanings as a result. It’s important to have one every 6 months to prevent problems like cavities or gum disease. Plus, it allows your dentist to thoroughly scrub your teeth and clear away any plaque buildup that you might not be able to see or reach when brushing at home. If it’s been a while since yours have been professionally polished, you might worry that you’ll experience discomfort during the process. Keep reading to learn more about what to expect so you can set your mind at ease!

If you require dental work, like root canal therapy, you might be surprised if your dentist has recommended a round of antibiotics before your procedure. No one wants to overuse antibiotics, but they were recommended for patients with certain health issues.

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Many adults in the United States have gingivitis, which is the earliest form of gum disease. This condition is reversible, but in far too many cases, it is left untreated because people don’t even realize that they have it and don’t take the proper action to address it. For the sake of your oral health, it is vital that you learn about the warning signs of gingivitis – as well as what steps you can take to deal with it.

If you’ve ever experienced a root canal or had a severely decayed tooth, your dentist probably capped the site with a dental crown after repairing the damage. Typically, it’s made of a highly durable composite resin material that looks and feels like an authentic tooth. Your dentist can even customize it to match your natural pearly whites.

Despite this, some patients worry that their dental work will be noticeably visible. Because of the methods used to decide the hue, however, this isn’t really something to be concerned about. Keep reading to learn more about the process so you can see why your dental crown will be a perfect match!

Oral health is often underestimated in its significance, but it plays a pivotal role in our overall well-being. A healthy mouth not only allows us to eat and speak comfortably but also contributes to our self-esteem and quality of life. However, maintaining good oral health isn’t just about daily brushing and flossing; it also involves early detection of oral health problems. In this blog, we will explore why early detection of oral health problems is so crucial.

If wisdom teeth are so wise, why do they get kicked out of almost every place they show up? As nice as it’d be for them to stick around, there often just isn’t enough room. Wisdom teeth extractions are common procedures that can spare a patient pain and protect the results of orthodontic treatments, but most people get them removed in early adulthood.

If you’ve finally decided that you’re sick of these troublesome molars when you’re a bit older than that, or if you were never able to have them removed in your youth, then don’t worry! Wisdom teeth can be removed at any age, but the process might be different for patients with more years under their belts. Here’s what you can expect when getting your wisdom teeth removed when you’re past your early twenties.

Dentures are life-changing prosthetics that can take your smile from barely to completely functional. That’s why, according to the Simmons National Consumer Survey and U.S. Census data, an estimated 41 million Americans have them! While they’re a reliable, tried-and-true substitute for your natural teeth, they aren’t able to grow and change alongside your mouth and bone structure, meaning they’ll need to be refitted, relined, and eventually replaced. Read on to learn what the relining process looks like and how it works.

Since dentists have been using nitrous oxide (also called laughing gas) for almost two centuries, sedation dentistry is nothing new. Many people feel a great deal of stress and anxiety over routine dental appointments. In fact, an estimated 9% to 15% of Americans skip scheduling dental appointments for that very reason. In some cases, sedation dentistry is a solution to dental anxiety. Read on for five signs that sedation dentistry might be right for you.

If you’re going on a vacation this summer, you probably have a checklist of everything you need to prepare before you go. Thankfully, there’s one thing you can do to take something off of your mind—see your dentist before you go.

By getting a checkup before you go, you can enjoy your vacation to the fullest. Here’s how your dentist can help you do that.