What are Wisdom Teeth? Why are They Removed? Also known as third molars, wisdom teeth are the last set of teeth that grow at the back of your mouth. Wisdom teeth usually grow out between the ages of 17 and 25 years, and in most cases, you will have to get them removed. This is because wisdom teeth either get…
Jaw Problems We Need To Treat
Jaw tenderness can surface due to a variety of causes. Persistent jaw problems, the continual facial ache that worsens when you use your jaw, should alert you to contact our office immediately. Types of Jaw Problems It is possible that the joints and muscles in and around your jaw can become tender. This tenderness may be the result of an…
Causes of Oral Cysts
Oral cysts or tumors are medically known as odontogenic cysts or tumors. These are a rare form of oral lesions that develop in the jawbone or in the soft tissues of the oral cavity (inner lips, inner cheeks, tongue, back of the throat, palate, etc.). Oral cysts and tumors are usually non-cancerous, benign tumors. But when they expand in size…
Apicoectomy – A Surgical Option When Root Canal Treatment Fails
Most non-surgical root canal procedures are successful in protecting the tooth from subsequent re-infection. However, if you’ve already had a root canal treatment with no effect, you’ll most likely need a different dental procedure — an Apicoectomy. At Henderson Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center, Dr. Huang can ease all your concerns regarding impacted wisdom teeth extraction. What is an…
Pros and Cons of Corrective Jaw Surgery
It is said that a smile is the most beautiful makeup that one can wear. But due to the skeletal structure of our jaws, our smile can be marred with irregular and unaligned teeth. The unalignment and crookedness of our teeth is medically known as malocclusion. There are several types of malocclusions that can lead to a person having an…
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