When they start to drive, it’s important to keep an eye on their smile, too. You see, during their teens or early twenties, young people start to develop their third and final set of molars, and these can pose problems. Wisdom teeth are evolutionary holdovers from a time when we needed much more jaw power to chew tough raw meat. As our faces have become slimmer, most people just don’t have the space for additional molars.
With Dr. Johnson-G’Sell at Magnolia Family Dental in St. Louis, MO, you’ve got a trusted team to treat your teeth. Our office is built to help people find their way to a stronger smile, and when it comes to wisdom teeth, we know that proactive imagery is a big part of staying safe. It’s important for all of us to stick to our schedule of routine checkups, but for teens, it’s absolutely essential. So, when they’re due for a cleaning and examination, let’s look at what’s going on underneath the gumline, too.
Their third and final set of molars could potentially do some damage. Keep an eye on them with consistent checkups from Magnolia Family Dental.
How Long Has It Been Since Their Last Visit?
If you’re having a tough time remembering, then it’s probably time for their next one. Most kids follow a schedule similar to adults, meaning that they’re supposed to come in at least twice each year for a cleaning and an examination. These appointments serve to keep an eye on any problem developments, so for teens, they’re a big part of staying safe.
During their visit, our team can take detailed imagery of their smile, even below the gumline. By using digital x-rays, we limit radiation exposure, too. This is our chance to check out the structures beneath the skin, including the development of their third and final set of molars.
Wisdom Teeth Can Become A Real Problem
During your child’s teenage years, they’ll start to grow one last set of molars. These are commonly called wisdom teeth, and if you’re not consistent with checkups, they can become an issue. Wisdom teeth can push existing teeth out of alignment, and they can even cause chipped enamel. Our office can keep an eye on the development of the third and final set of molars, and if it’s time to talk about extraction, we can work with you to make a plan.
Schedule Their Next Checkup At Magnolia Family Dental
When they start to drive, keep an eye on their smile. To find out more about our office or to schedule a checkup to track their wisdom teeth, call Magnolia Family Dental in St. Louis, MO at (314)822-4521.
