wisdom teeth removal
davie, hollywood, fortlauderdale
Wisdom may be a good thing,
But pain is certainly not...
If you’re like most Americans, you hope you never need a dental procedure. We understand you have a busy life, a family, and lots of other responsibilities to tend to. However, dental health is essential to your wellness as you age and taking care of your mouth and jaw now can mean a much more comfortable life later. When you notice a pain in your jaw, odds are it’s not going to go away on its own. And, having a skilled dentist on your side can help, especially when wisdom teeth come in. If you’re looking for an affordable and straight-forward wisdom tooth extraction in Hollywood, you’re in the right place.
when to remove your wisdom teeth --
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Broken, cracked, or decayed
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Swelling
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Abscess
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Food getting caught under flap of gums
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Pain radiating to ear or down neck
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Pain/ Difficulty opening
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Pain/ Difficulty when swallowing
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Impacted or growing incorrectly
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Causing crowding and movement of other teeth
To remove or not to remove, that is the question...
Before considering wisdom teeth removal, you might be curious why humans have wisdom teeth in the first place. For this, there is actually some debate about the original purpose of these extra teeth, but the most commonly accepted reason is evolution. Specifically, wisdom teeth serve as a third set of molars, which would be helpful for a fully plant-based diet. However, as humans have evolved throughout the ages, the need for this extra set of molars has diminished. Furthermore, evolutionary scientists believe the human jaw has gotten smaller over time, which means less space for the wisdom teeth to grow in.
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Since they don’t have an essential purpose any longer, the wisdom teeth often cause dental health problems if left untreated. On the other hand, some people are blessed with fewer or no wisdom teeth.
Due to the development of the human jaw, some people today are blessed with fewer or even no wisdom teeth. In fact, it’s not uncommon for someone to just have three wisdom teeth in their jaw. And, if are you lucky, none of those teeth will ever become a problem. As with the shrinking of the jaw, it’s believed this partial or complete lack of wisdom teeth is an evolutionary development to account for a smaller jaw.
If your jaw begins to hurt, however, and you find you do have wisdom teeth emerging, taking care of them sooner rather than later is always a good idea.
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Because they do not serve any essential function, wisdom teeth removal will not any long-term negative impacts on your jaw health. In fact, it is the opposite. Wisdom teeth that do come in can cause a host of problems. There are three primary ways a wisdom tooth will come in, two of which will always require removal.
First, a wisdom tooth can grow in straight. Though uncommon, when this occurs you may not even need the tooth removed. Unless it causes crowding and pushes your other teeth out of alignment, some people are fortunate enough to have a wisdom tooth grow straight in. Second, and much more common, wisdom teeth often grow in crooked. The main reason for this is simply a lack of space in your jaw and when this occurs it can cause serious pain and damage to your jaw. If this occurs, you may need braces or other corrective measures after the tooth is removed.
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Finally, a wisdom tooth can become impacted. This is perhaps the most serious situation you can face. In this case, a tooth partially breaks through the jaw-line but not completely. It can leave an open wound that can cause infection and will continue to cause trouble until it is properly removed. When you need dental care, especially a wisdom tooth removal, Florida Dental Solutions is here to help.
Wisdom Tooth Removal Process
Depending on how your teeth grow in, the wisdom tooth extraction process can vary. For instance, if a wisdom tooth grows in mostly straight and needs removal, it is not much different than a standard tooth extraction. Typically, the local area is numbed, and a dentist can simply pull the tooth. Unfortunately, things are usually not this simple. Instead, an impacted or crooked wisdom tooth may end up being more difficult. Sometimes, the tooth has to be broken into pieces and removed piece-by-piece to ensure minimum impact on the surrounding teeth and jaw.
This sort of procedure can be avoided if treated preemptively. Understanding this, it’s important to consider your dentist’s recommendation regarding wisdom teeth. Even if they aren’t hurting or causing through now, when a dentist recommends removal of a tooth, you can count on it affecting you down the road if left untreated. If you want to make sure your wisdom teeth extraction goes smoothly, look no further than Florida Dental Solutions. Ready to serve the Hollywood area, we’ll take care of you like family.
Offering Full Service Dentistry
Regardless of whether you need wisdom teeth removal, a root canal, braces, dentures, or simply a teeth cleaning, Florida Dental Solutions is your destination for oral care here in Hollywood and Davie. Operating under the belief that dental care should be simple, we combine all of your dental and orthodontic care under one roof. This way, your entire family can enjoy a simpler and more affordable dental care experience.
By providing this full-service experience, we make going to the dentist easier on your wallet and on your busy schedule. We understand you have a life, a job, and most importantly, a family. We strive to fit into that life, not the other way around.
Your Davie Wisdom Tooth Extraction
As a proud member of the communities in Davie and Hollywood, here at Florida Dental Solutions, we believe that a visit to the dentist doesn’t need to be painful. Instead, we prefer a straightforward approach to dental and orthodontic work to ensure you get the care you need without breaking the bank. Wisdom teeth removal may be an inherently “painful” procedure, but we do everything we can to ensure it’s over with as quickly as possible. This way, you can get on with your life and avoid any undue pain caused by your wisdom teeth, to begin with.
When you’re looking for a dentist to perform dental surgery and you are ready to schedule a wisdom tooth extraction, pick up the phone and give us a call. Our friendly staff is here to help find an appointment time that fits your schedule. Conveniently located and family friendly, remember Florida Dental Solutions is here for your dental needs.