Is it safe to remove upper molar teeth?
There are no scientifically proven health benefits of pulling wisdom teeth that don’t cause any problems. What’s more, removing wisdom teeth is usually unpleasant and may cause side effects. In many people, wisdom teeth don’t break through the gum and grow out – or only part of them does.
Why are some molars left behind after extraction?
This is because most people have a class I bite and the molar that is left behind on the bottom usually still has something to bite against. This is because the upper and lower molars do not align perfectly on top of each other; they tend to be a half tooth off.
Do you need to replace the upper second molar?
Some people can get away without replacing the upper second molar. This is because most people have a class I bite and the molar that is left behind on the bottom usually still has something to bite against. This is because the upper and lower molars do not align perfectly on top of each other; they tend to be a half tooth off.
Can a molar be removed from your face?
No it won’t effect your face. If you are still worried then contact your dentist and ask them to have a look and explain to you. Click to expand… I was missing the tooth next to that for 4 years….my face did NOT change at all.
How to close gap after molar extraction / teeth drift?
In addition, two thirds of the space has already closed all by itself with no braces. Closing space in the upper like this is usually easier and you may not even need to use the “temporary anchorage devices” which are also called “mini implants”.
What are the numbers of your left molars?
Teeth numbers 14 and 15 are your upper left molars. If you are getting cosmetic dentistry using veneers, you usually want to enhance the most visible part, teeth numbers 6 – 11 on the upper and 22 – 26 on the lower. For movie fans, vampires can extend their eye teeth (canines): 6, 11, 22 and 27. Teeth Numbers and Names
Why did I have a molar pulled on the upper left?
I’m 60 had a molar extracted a year ago, upper left, was told by my brother NY dentist must have implant due to shifting teeth,lower tooth will rise to meet space,trow my bite off. I had 2 bone grafts. My own dentist said I don’t have any shifting, lower tooth hasn’t risen, probably won’t that I don’t need it.
Do you need to replace the bottom molar?
If it is the bottom molar and you still have the upper opposing molar than I would typically say yes. The reason for it is if you do not replace the bottom molar, the upper opposing second molar will begin to over erupt out of its socket, trying to reach its old partner that got extracted. Teeth need contact with one another.
When is the right time to remove your molar teeth?
Your dental professional says it’s time to remove your molar teeth. He might refer you to an oral surgeon, who will do the procedure in his office. It needs to just take a few days for you to heal and feel back to normal.