What are you aware of concerning the history of wisdom teeth? Have they ever had a purpose? When did we first begin using them? Find out the answers to these questions and additional ones by reading this post we've prepared about the history of wisdom teeth. If you have any extra queries about wisdom teeth, our dentist and team would... read more »

Losing a tooth to an untreated cavity, a severe dental fracture, or some other dental condition that required a complete extraction can certainly reduce your basic oral function. If the original tooth was located in the front of your mouth it could also alter the appearance of your smile or cause you to slur certain syllables in your speech. Even... read more »

Chronic periodontal disease can gradually compromise the roots of multiple teeth in your mouth. In time, it could also cause a degradation of the healthy bone structure in your jaw. This can lead to the loss of multiple teeth and leave your existing teeth compromised. The first step in the process often calls for extracting your remaining teeth. Some people... read more »

If you’re getting a tooth pulled, you’re on your way toward a top-notch oral health and smile. Oftentimes this treatment is the last option when it comes to restoring a tooth. It can be very beneficial for you and your smile. However, just like other treatments, you could experience complications and issues after your appointment. To explain, our dentist, Dr.... read more »

Unfortunately, wisdom teeth cause more harm than good, most of the time, which is why they are so often extracted. There are many situations when extraction is necessary, and our professional, Dr. Michael Shnayder, encourages you to visit Village Pointe Oral Surgery to find out if you are one who needs this treatment. In addition to the appointment, you can... read more »

Were you aware that there are multiple procedures available to help replace lost or missing teeth? Although removable dentures are often the most well-recognized form, permanent replacements can also be used including dental implants. Dental implants are tooth replacement treatments that are attached directly to your jawbone. However, if your jawbone is too weak or too frail to support a... read more »

Do you feel nervous about your upcoming tooth extraction? If so, our dental team is happy to tell you that this doesn’t have to be the case. There are things you can do to eliminate your anxiety while you’re in the dental chair. This can help you have a successful and positive appointment. Our dentist, Dr. Michael Shnayder, would love... read more »

Dental cysts are slowly developing deviations in oral and periodontal tissues. They can vary in severity and most are filling with a fluid. Some are completely benign and can be managed by your own immune system, while other might be linked to a more serious oral health problem. Early symptoms typically involve a swelling at the gumline, irritation near a... read more »

Without professional treatment and improvements in your oral hygiene, gum disease will inevitably start to progress from gingivitis into the more serious infection of periodontitis. This can cause your gum tissues to recede from the basis of your teeth and cause an infection to form deep within your gums. To effectively treat severe periodontitis, Dr. Michael Shnayder might recommend a... read more »

The average person has four wisdom teeth in the back of their mouth. Most people lack sufficient room for all these vestigial third molars to emerge. Even if you manage to endure the discomfort of the wisdom teeth erupting from your gums, the wisdom teeth will still need special focus in your daily oral hygiene routine. The wisdom teeth will... read more »