If you’re a Bel Air, MD resident who has wisdom teeth, you may be wondering whether you need to have them removed. Once necessary for our ancestors who lacked access to modern dental care and likely lost teeth in their early adult years, today wisdom teeth are considered largely unnecessary. In addition, if wisdom teeth are not removed, they can actually cause problems, including: pain,…
READ MOREWisdom Teeth Extractions “Do’s and Don’ts”
Wisdom teeth extraction is a major oral surgery. In fact, despite the pain that wisdom teeth cause when they are coming in, it is natural for Bel Air, MD residents to be anxious about having any type of surgery Rest assured, when you come to The Maryland Center, located in Bel Air, MD, your safety and comfort is our top priority.
READ MOREHow Long Is The Wait For Dental Implants After Extraction?
If you’re a Havre de Grace resident who needs a tooth extracted, you probably want your tooth replaced as soon as possible. After all, a missing tooth not only impacts the aesthetic appearance of your smile, but your functional abilities to bite and chew. Missing a tooth can also be embarrassing and frustrating. But, how long do you have to wait to get dental implants…
READ MOREAt What Age Should Wisdom Teeth be Extracted?
Wisdom teeth, also known as your third set of molars, generally appear during your teens or early adult years. They are notorious for causing pain and affecting the alignment of your other teeth.
READ MORE3 Consequences of Not Addressing Extracted Teeth
If you’re a Fallston resident who needs to have a tooth extracted, you’ve likely found this blog post because you are researching your options for replacing your tooth. While a bridge may provide you with some aesthetic and functional capabilities, today, dental implants are considered the best tooth replacement option.
READ MORE3 Dental Implant Myths Debunked
When it comes to getting dental implants, many Aberdeen residents have some preconceived notions about their tooth replacement options. And unfortunately, many of these beliefs about dental implants are false, causing some Aberdeen residents to avoid getting dental implants, when in reality they would greatly benefit from them. To help make sure you are fully informed about the benefits of dental implants, The Maryland Center…
READ MOREHow Many Teeth Can Be Replaced with Dental Implants?
Every year, many Havre de Grace residents come to The Maryland Center for Oral Surgery and Dental Implants with the same question: “How many teeth can dental implants replace?” The answer often pleasantly surprises them. You see, dental implants can be used to replace an entire mouth full of teeth, providing you with a full mouth restoration.
READ MOREWhat Is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon?
If you require wisdom tooth extraction, tooth replacement, or another dental surgery, The Maryland Center recommends that you work with an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon. An Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon offers advanced preparation and experience in various procedures that go beyond the day-to-day services of a general dentist. Your dentist will likely refer you to this type of provider for more complex treatments, such as…
READ MOREHow Do You Know If You Need Dental Implants?
Anyone who is missing one or more teeth should consider dental implants. The Maryland Center can use different approaches depending on how many teeth you need to restore, but each relies on dental implant technology because of the advantages that it offers over other treatment methods. Comparing Dental Implants for Tooth Replacement Consider these advantages over older methods of restoration… Get the full function of…
READ MOREWhat Are the Signs That I Should Get My Wisdom Teeth Removed?
The most “obvious” sign that you should consider wisdom teeth removal is reaching your teens. At this stage of life, your third molars will begin to erupt from the gums to take their place alongside your other teeth. However, wisdom teeth do not always erupt completely into the mouth, because there is limited space in the jaw. This is the main reason people require surgery. Guidance from Dental…
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