Your teen’s third and final set of molars can cause problems when ignored. These teeth, commonly called wisdom teeth, arrive in later adolescence or the early twenties; often, there is not enough room in the back of the oral ridge to fit them. They are an evolutionary holdover from a time when we had larger, more powerful jaws, and today, we have a slimmer face than our ancestors. These teeth can force existing teeth out of alignment, and the growth is sometimes powerful enough to crack a natural molar.
When your teen is reaching that age, be sure to keep them on track with consistent checkups with their dentist. At Sunny Smiles Family Dentistry in El Paso, TX, we use advanced imagery to identify growing smile concerns, and their biannual dental check is their opportunity to stay ahead of potential harm. If your child’s dentist recommends the removal of their third and final set of molars, ask about the wisdom teeth extraction process from a trusted local team. To find out more about keeping your teen’s smile safe as they grow into adulthood, call us today!
Since unfortunately, our enamel does not regrow like other tissue in the body, you need to take care of what you have. This means sticking to 
Are you finding yourself hiding your smile in summertime photos with friends and family, then it is time to talk to your oral health team about making a change. The best place to start your journey is with a trip to your provider for a biannual cleaning and examination, and this is the perfect time of the year for that, as well. If you schedule to 
Dental implants are one of the hottest topics in the oral health world, helping people across the country and beyond to experience a replacement for their missing teeth. But have you ever really sat down and taken the time to learn how they do it? This technology uses 
Even if your teeth are looking great and feeling fine, there are other parts of your mouth that need consistent maintenance, and when your gums are not at the level that they need to be, you could experience some problems. Periodontal disease, the infection and inflammation of the tissue surrounding your teeth, is often identified as the leading cause of adult tooth loss, so it is important to keep an eye on the strength of your gums. If you start to 
Is your little one up to date with all of their important medical appointments? If it has been more than six months since the 
If you struggle with your sleep due to teeth grinding or uncomfortable snoring, you are not the only El Pasoan facing this experience. In fact, two of the five most prevalent sleep disorders are related to oral health, and these can each do their own kind of harm, so it is important to talk with a trusted dentist about ways to improve your rest. Thankfully, many in our city and across the country to have 
Are you up to date with your dental appointments? If it has been a while since the last time that you were in the dental chair for a cleaning and an examination, this is your 
Here in Texas, we certainly know the summertime. And that’s why we know that the summer can be a positive time of the year to make oral health improvements. If you are noticing that you are hiding your smile in those photos by the pool, we are here to help with