For many, the thought of a tooth extraction brings unwelcome anxiety. At Stephen Ratcliff Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington, TX, Dr. Stephen Ratcliff and his dedicated team strive to make the process as smooth, comfortable, and stress-free as possible. Whether you’re dealing with a problematic tooth or considering treatment options, understanding the extraction process […]
Wisdom Teeth
What Are Impacted Wisdom Teeth?
Categories: General Dentistry, Wisdom Teeth
When a wisdom tooth tries to come in but is obstructed by the adjacent tooth, it becomes impacted and can result in such complications as pain, inflammation, or tooth decay. At Stephen Ratclif Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington we can extract wisdom teeth. It’s challenging to clean partially-erupted wisdom teeth. Since they have a […]
Wisdom Teeth And Your Arlington Dentist
Categories: Wisdom Teeth
Wisdom teeth are the last of the molars (grinding teeth) to erupt from the gum. They usually appear in the late teens and early twenties. Not all people develop these teeth, while others have from one to four.
