As you grow into your smile, it’s important to keep an eye on how things are progressing. This is especially true during your late teens and into your early twenties, when your last set of molars called your wisdom teeth develop. These teeth are evolutionary holdovers from a time when humans had much larger jaws,… Read more »
This is a question that people often have whenever they (or their children) start to develop their wisdom teeth. The last set of molars that we develop can sometimes pose problems for smiles, and this means that for those in their teens and early 20s, it’s vital to stick to your schedule of checkups. By… Read more »
As you reach your older teen years and into your twenties, you need to keep an especially close eye on your smile. This is when you develop your third and final set of molars, your wisdom teeth, and when they come in, they can cause some serious oral health issues. Our mouths simply do not… Read more »
Your child needs to see their dentist at least twice a year for routine checkups, and when you skip them, you put your child at risk. Common oral health issues like gingivitis and tooth decay can happen when they ignore their oral health needs, so it’s important to stick to their schedule. When they reach… Read more »
Are you keeping up with your teen’s dental appointments? Children have some of the same needs as adults, but they also have some additional ones that are specific to them. By sticking close to their oral health team, you give yourself the opportunity to help your child to grow into a healthy and happy smile…. Read more »
As your teen’s smile develops, it is important to keep a close eye on their oral health. Just like you do, they need consistent checkups with their provider. This means that if you have been a little too laid back in your approach to their oral health needs, you could be putting them at risk… Read more »
As teens grow into their smiles, there are certain things to keep an eye on. One of those is the development of their third molars, commonly called wisdom teeth. These can become a real problem for their smiles, so it is important to track their process and make a decision on whether your teen needs… Read more »
In most cases, your dentist will do their best to protect your natural pearly whites and avoid the need to extract any. This rule does not apply to your wisdom teeth, though. Your third molars, also known as wisdom teeth, are usually planned to be removed before they can cause damage to your smile. Today,… Read more »
Most of your teeth will have fully grown by the time you reach adulthood. However, our third molars (wisdom teeth) come in a bit later. Usually, these structures come in during your late teen years or early twenties. You may notice symptoms like swelling to your gums, sensitivity when chewing, or headaches. When this happens,… Read more »
Our third molars erupt around our late teen years and twenties. During this time, you may notice some discomfort as they begin to develop. In many cases, your dentist will recommend having these removed before they start to cause discomfort, misalignment, or other problems. The team at Sunny Smiles Family Dentistry will help guide you… Read more »
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