Molars and Eruption Times The molars are the permanent teeth situated in the back of the mouth. As the name suggests (‘molar’ comes from Latin ‘mola,’ which means ‘millstone’), they are used for chewing and grinding food. We have a total of 12 molars, 6 on either jaw. They … [Read more...]
Dental Implant Inflammation
Dental implant inflammation is one of the most common of the post-dental implantation complications. It is the most immediate symptom of post-implantation infection and is characterized by the swelling of the tissues surrounding the implantation area. Dental implant inflammation … [Read more...]
Losing Your Wisdom (Teeth, that is)
For many people, wisdom teeth (also known as “third molars”) are often more problematic than helpful. Wisdom teeth often come in misaligned or emerge only partially, and some remain trapped underneath the gums. These are known as “impacted” teeth and can eventually cause … [Read more...]
What to Include in a Dental Emergency Kit
When you think of emergencies, a dental problem might not be first thing to come to mind. But just like any other emergency, it helps to be prepared! Dental emergencies can happen anytime and anywhere, and you may not have immediate access to a dentist. What can you do to … [Read more...]
