When a tooth erupts, it makes its way through the jaw bone, the gums, and then appears in the mouth. In normal circumstances, there is enough space in the jaw to accommodate the newly erupting tooth. Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the back-most teeth present in the mouth. Wisdom …
What happens if you don’t take out your wisdom tooth?
The wisdom tooth is also called “third molar” in technical terms. The process when the tooth appears in the mouth is called “tooth eruption”. Wisdom teeth are generally the last teeth to erupt in a person’s mouth. Most commonly a person has four wisdom teeth. The timing of the eruption of the wisdom …
Oral Health: A Unique Mouth-Body Connection
Today, most physicians understand the link between oral health and body health. This applies to a gamut of health conditions ranging from heart disease to diabetes. So, it’s increasingly likely that if you have a medical condition, your doctor may refer you to an oral health specialist to rule out …