August 2017 / MONTHLY ARCHIVES
Wisdom Teeth: How to Know When They’re Impacted
Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars that usually appear when you are between 16 and 25 years old, making up the last 4 of a full set of 32 teeth. They are located at the very back of your mouth, and because they are so far back there may not be enough room for them to come in normally. In most cases, wisdom teeth grow in sideways or remain buried under the gums or even bone. When this happens, they are referred to as impacted and will need medical attention. This leads to a very common question: how do I know if my wisdom teeth are impacted? What Happens with Impacted Wisdom Teeth Impacted wisdom teeth are trapped beneath the gums by your jaw bone or neighboring teeth. As they begin the process of trying to erupt, or press through your gums, you may...
Is it Sinus Pressure or a Toothache?
Did you know that sinus pressure can cause symptoms that closely mimic a regular toothache? Sinus congestion and infections can cause your upper teeth to hurt as if you had a cavity or even an abscess. In this blog post, you’ll learn why sinus pressure can cause a toothache, how to tell if a toothache is related to sinus pressure, and what to expect if you go to the dentist with possible sinus pressure issues. Cause of Sinus Toothaches Tooth pain related to sinus problems occurs because the upper teeth (especially those in the back) are so close to the maxillary sinuses. The maxillary sinuses are located above the upper jaws and inside the cheekbone. When the maxillary sinus becomes inflamed (sinusitis) or infected, it swells and becomes congested resulting...
