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Why does your dentist recommend that you should have your wisdom teeth removed at 47-years-old even though you have had no problems?
A wisdom tooth may become impacted due to lack of space in the dental arch and its eruption is therefore prevented by gum, bone, another tooth or all three. Lack of space occurs because our jaws have become smaller (through evolution), we do not loose teeth through decay as frequently as in the past, and our diet is such that our teeth do not wear down as much. This impaction may cause saliva, bacteria and food particles to collect around an impacted wisdom tooth, causing it, or the next tooth to decay. It is very difficult to remove such decay. Pain and infection will usually insue. Also a asymptomatic wisdom tooth may over time slowly impinge on a branch of the facial nerve potentially causing progressive facial paralisis.
What else can I help you with?
Is it necessary to have extra teeth removed?
It is only necessary if the teeth are causing you problems or are likely to cause problems in the future. Ask your dentist, and if you are still concerned, get a second opinion from another quality dentist. They will be able to help you make an informed decision whether to remove the teeth or not.
Need to get a tooth removed?
See a dentist
What should you do if you are 21 and all your wisdom teeth are coming in causing pressure and sharp pain in your head plus tingling neck sensations and you are taking 1000mg antibiotics a day?
See a dentist! They may recommend having them removed to prevent problems with the other teeth, as well as jaw and sinus issues.
Are stitches resolvable or do they have to be removed after having wisdom teeth removed?
Some stitches are resolvable , it's just depended on what kind the dentist use. Also if the dentist use the other kind , yes you have to get them removed
Who removed plaque?
dentist, dental assistant or hygienist
If you were having plaque removed where would you be?
Probably in the dentist's office.
How can dental plaque be treated?
Dental plaque can be removed by scaling. This can be done by your dentist
Can a 14 year old get staining removed from their teeth at a dentist basically getting them whitened?
Yes I am 14 and I went to the dentist to have my teeth professionally whitened
Can i take NyQuil after getting your wisdom tooth removed?
Yes but i would check with my dentist
Can a dentist prescribe steroid?
Yes if during removal of a tooth or teeth part of the bone has to be removed, the Dentist can prescribe steroids to help the socket and bone to heal.
Does plaque damage your teeth?
no it can be removed just with a scraper. see your dentist/hygienist for further information
Can you stop cavities when they have already appeared?
You cannot reverse a cavity. You would need to have it removed by a dentist.
