FAQs Archive | My Tamarac Dentist

Q: What are the symptoms of malocclusion in a child?

A child with malocclusion has crowded or crooked teeth. He or she may also have 1 of these bite problems: Overbite. The front teeth in the upper jaw stick out over the teeth in the lower jaw. Underbite. The teeth in the lower jaw stick out over the teeth in the upper jaw. Open bite. The front teeth don’t meet when the jaw is closed. Crossbite. The top teeth sit behind the bottom teeth. Malocclusion may cause a child to have: Problems eating or speaking Teeth grinding Loss of baby teeth too soon or very late Mouth breathing Tooth decay Gum disease Jaw joint problems

Q: Which children are at risk for malocclusion?

Children who suck their thumbs or fingers after age 5 have a greater chance of developing malocclusion. Children with a very small space between their baby teeth are at risk too. They may have problems with malocclusion when their permanent teeth come in. This is because the permanent teeth are larger and need more space.

Q: What causes malocclusion in a child?

Malocclusion can sometimes be caused by an injury to the jaw. But it’s often the result of many different things. It may be from genes, the environment, or both. Malocclusion can develop as a child grows.

Q: Is it a Dental Emergency?

It's never a bad idea to find emergency dental care if you're concerned about a severe oral injury or condition for yourself or a member of your family. Common dental emergency situations include: Knocked-out teeth A loose permanent tooth Severe tooth or mouth pain Bleeding inside your mouth from your cheeks, tongue, or gums Trauma to your face or mouth Uncomfortable swelling in your mouth, gums, or tongue A badly cracked or broken tooth A laceration or tear on your lips If a tooth is slightly chipped and doesn't hurt, though, you might not be dealing with a dental emergency. That said, feel free to contact an experienced dentist at My Tamarac Dentist if you're concerned. They can explain how to take care of your tooth until you can make it into the office.

Q: Why Do I Need to Get My Wisdom Teeth Removed?

There are several reasons you may need to get your wisdom teeth removed. Your dental expert at My Tamarac Dentist discusses all of your dental options with you so you can make the most informed decision about your dental care. Some of the most common reasons wisdom teeth are removed include: Tooth decay Gum disease Cysts Pain Infection Damage to your surrounding teeth You may also want to have your wisdom teeth removed as a preventive measure, especially if they may impede your ability to keep your other teeth free from disease.

Q: What are Wisdom Teeth?

Your wisdom teeth are your third set of molars that usually appear between the ages of 17 and 21. When your wisdom teeth come in straight, they support your chewing efforts. However, in many cases, wisdom teeth don’t come in straight, or they get impacted, which means they can’t break through your gums, and often lead to oral health issues. The experienced dental team at My Tamarac Dentist can remove your wisdom teeth without pain and help prevent future oral health problems.

Q: What Can I Expect During a Root Canal?

The root canal procedure at My Tamarac Dentist is a painless procedure. The endodontic specialist at Smile Design Manhattan has lectured nationally and internationally on endodontic pain and has mastered strategies to prevent pain during root canal procedures. Under pain-free local anesthesia, your dental specialist begins your root canal procedure by drilling a hole in your tooth to get to the pulp. Then, your pulp is removed and the cavity is cleaned and treated with an antiseptic agent and filled with special dental cement. Your specialist then covers your tooth with a filling or temporary crown. To fortify your tooth, your specialist has you return to the office for placement of a post and permanent crown to complete your smile. With good dental care, your root canal should keep your tooth healthy for the rest of your life. Root canals are a routine dental procedure aimed at saving your tooth from an extraction. For expert dental care from compassionate dentists who offers painless root canals, call My Tamarac Dentist today or request an appointment online.