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Impacted Wisdom Teeth: Do You Need to Have Them Removed?

July 25, 2014

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The wisdom teeth, or third molars, are extraneous teeth located far in the back of the mouth. These teeth serve no real purpose and many people have them removed in their teens or early 20’s. How do you know if you need your wisdom teeth removed, and what does it mean when wisdom teeth are impacted? Drs. Clark and Clark at Hill Avenue Dentalcan help. Conveniently located in Superior, WI, our team offers everything you need to enjoy optimal oral health and a beautiful smile, including wisdom teeth extraction when necessary.

When Should Wisdom Teeth Be Removed?

While it is true that not all wisdom teeth must be removed, each patient should be thoroughly evaluated by a dentist prior to their full development and eruption to ensure proper growth. In many cases, the removal of one or more wisdom teeth is deemed necessary. These situations include the crowding of surrounding teeth, the inability erupt from the jaw bone itself, and partial eruption through the gum line.

When a wisdom tooth erupts only partially, the cut that it creates in the gum tissue becomes susceptible to bacterial infection. In addition to causing pain for the patient, these bacteria can lead to a variety of other issues, including illness accompanied by a fever. If you are experiencing any of the symptoms associated with an infection, it’s important to contact us as soon as possible so that we can begin treatment before the problem worsens. Signs of wisdom tooth impaction include:

·         Pain and inflammation in the gums surrounding the tooth
·         Headaches and/or ear pain
·         Tenderness and swelling in the jaw
·         An abscess in the gum tissue near a wisdom tooth
·         Recurrent bad breath
·         Unpleasant taste in the mouth
·         Unexplained bleeding
If you notice any of these symptoms, call our office right away to schedule your appointment.

Schedule Your Consultation Today

If you suspect that your wisdom teeth may be impacted or you’d like to find out more about how wisdom tooth extraction is performed, we invite you to contact our office in Superior, WI today to reserve your visit with Drs. Clark and Clark. Our team can’t wait to welcome you and your family to our cutting-edge practice. We proudly serve families from throughout the entire Superior area, including Duluth, Northeastern Minnesota, Douglas County, Northern Wisconsin, and beyond.

Stress & Oral Health: What’s the Connection?

July 10, 2014

Filed under: Duluth,general dentistry,Hill Avenue Dental,oral health,stress,Superior,Superior dentist,Wisconsin,Wisconsin dentist — tntadmin @ 8:35 pm
When the stress of daily life and a busy schedule get you down, your oral health is probably the last thing on your mind. Though it’s a little-known fact, stress actually does play an important role in your oral health. At Hill Avenue Dental in Superior, WI, Dr. Doug Clark, Jr. and Dr. Doug Clark, III offer an extensive range of general and preventive dentistry services, as well as vital information for patients of all ages regarding how our daily stress level affects the health of our teeth and gums.

How Reducing Stress Can Save Your Smile

Everyone experiences some level of stress on a relatively regular basis. Whether it’s the traffic jam that makes you late for that important meeting, worries over your financial situation, or anything in between, this negative force in your life is actually capable of doing much more harm than most of us realize. Excessive stress has actually been linked to a number of potentially serious oral health concerns, including the following:

·         Teeth grinding (bruxism), particularly at night
·         Canker sores
·         Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD or TMJ disorder)
·         Periodontal disease
·         Xerostomia (chronic dry mouth)

While these problems must be treated by a dentist, the stress itself is the problem that should really be addressed. Talk to your doctor about relaxation techniques and methods of reducing stress in your daily life. Your smile won’t be the only part of you that benefits!

Contact Us Today and Learn More

Whether you are currently suffering obvious physical signs of stress and you need treatment or you’d simply like to find out more about ways to prevent these common oral health issues, we’re here to help. Contact our officein Superior, WI today to schedule your appointment with our caring team and experienced doctors. We look forward to helping you discover the best ways to reduce your stress and improve the quality of your dental health. Our state-of-the-art dental practice in Superior, WI also happily welcomes patients from throughout nearby areas, including Northern Wisconsin, Northeastern Minnesota, Duluth, Douglas County, and more.