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What is the Difference Between an Overbite and an Overjet?

What is the Difference Between an Overbite and an Overjet?

by Dr. Richard Lee | Feb 23, 2022 | General Orthodontics, tooth sensitivity

Missing teeth can be replaced effectively with a dental implant. An artificial tooth consists of a root and a In dentistry, an overjet is a relatively common condition, but the term “overjet” isn’t. It is often mistaken for an overbite, but the two...
Do Dental Implants Last Forever?

Do Dental Implants Last Forever?

by Dr. Richard Lee | Feb 16, 2022 | General Orthodontics, tooth sensitivity

Missing teeth can be replaced effectively with a dental implant. An artificial tooth consists of a root and a crown and replaces a damaged or diseased natural tooth. The “root” is implanted into the jawbone, and the crown rests on top. It is like a natural...
Learning How to Care for Your Wisdom Teeth Stitches

Learning How to Care for Your Wisdom Teeth Stitches

by Dr. Richard Lee | Feb 9, 2022 | General Orthodontics, tooth sensitivity

In the United States, a large percentage of adults have had their wisdom teeth removed. Almost every generation has undergone this procedure. The affected areas are stitched together at the end of the surgery to protect the wounds and promote healing. Depending on the...
What is Hyperdontia and How Can I Deal With Supernumerary Teeth?

What is Hyperdontia and How Can I Deal With Supernumerary Teeth?

by Dr. Richard Lee | Jan 10, 2022 | General Orthodontics, tooth sensitivity

Have you been wondering what the ideal number of teeth is? Most adults have 32 teeth, but most people have all four wisdom teeth removed, so we can get by with just 28. In some cases, a genetic anomaly causes some people to be born with more than 32 teeth. These...
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