How does an orthodontist get a adult tooth out of your gums?

Okay, so i’m 23 and getting braces in two weeks. My orthodontist had four molars (they were bad and capped and filled) removed along with a baby tooth. However, i had to have an oral surgeon remove them and he knew it was for braces. However, i’ve read other places that the surgeon puts a bracket on the adult tooth that is still hiding while your under, but he didn’t do that for me? What is the next option? I dont want to have to go under again, that was not pleasurable!!

?? Help, hardly any time left!

he will numb the tissue, make a little incision, cement a bracket onto the tooth, attach a wire or spring and maybe put a little stitch in the tissue. No big deal.

How to stop tooth decay in toddler?

I have noticed my 3yr old is getting some tooth decay on her front tooth, is there anything I can do to stop this from getting worse? I brush her teeth every day and she does not drink rom a bottle.

Can a dentist do anything to help?

Have her use a flouride rinse and make sure she does not drink it. Take her to the dentist first. I'm sure they could do something. They have protectant.

What steps and classes do you take to become an orthodontist? Is there any book that you recommend?

I’m a high school sophomore and I’m going to be interning at my orthodontist’s office. What classes will i need to take to become an orthoodontist? Also, What steps will i have to take to become a general dentist to become an orthodontist? Are there any books or college textbooks you recommend?

By the way, I want to go to college in texas, what colleges or universities do you recommend?

You need to go to a 4-year college, then dental school. You can go to the U. of Texas. I think they have a dental school.

If you have tooth decay Is your only option to have teeth removed?

My two year old has tooth decay on her two front teeth from the sippy cup, I will be devasted if her teeth have to be removed, Are there any other options? I know someone that had the same thing and they removed his teeth. I don't want my daughter to be toothless

Tooth decay (cause of bad breath) and tooth loss can be due to advanced periodontal disease, an infection in the mouth that can create certain health issues in and of itself. But tooth loss is not the greatest concern of having this mouth infection. The truth is that the teeth may not be the last victims of gum disease because it also has the potential to spread to the jaw bone. Just as the toxins caused the gums and teeth to dissolve, they will also cause the disintegration of the jaw bone itself. Further than this, the toxins could spread from the mouth to the heart and soon very possible brings the infection to other parts of the body. There is much to learn about periodontal disease linked to the heart and other complex organs of the body. While there is much time to consider maximum oral health care (brushing and flossing), proper diet, quitting smoking and alcohol, regular dental checkup and the use of a natural mouthwash - you really have to before periodontal disease threatens you.

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What will the orthodontist do at my first appointment?

I already got the x-ray done at the dentists, who sent it to the orthodontist. The dentist already told me that I need some milk teeth out to make space for my other teeth. Will the orthodontist take these teeth out at the first appointment?

If you are ready for braces, then orthodontic records will be taken.
A new set of x-rays different from your regular dental x-rays will be taken, plus photos and impressions of your teeth.
It’s all really easy, and takes about 30 minutes.
If he/she wants the remaining baby teeth extracted, you will be referred back to your regular dentist. (you do not need an oral surgeon for baby teeth)
The next step will be a consultation, where your treatment will be fully covered so you know exactly what will happen from there.
If you have questions, write them down so you won’t forget to ask.
Good luck, and congratulations on your future smile :}

Is there any way to get rid of tooth decay?

I have some tooth decay on the inside arch of my lower teeth, and I'm wondering: is there any proven way to get rid of tooth decay? And if there is, what is it, where do you get it, and how does it work?

A dentist has to remove it….believe that's your only option.

How much does an average orthodontist make each year?

I'm in highschool and im seriously considering orthodontistry but of course i would have to go to a 4-year university and then try to get into dentistry school. My orthodontist has 4 practices of his own all in one state. What would be the average of what he makes?
No exact amount needed just a estimation.

Salary.com offers credible salary averages - - you have to put in your zipcode and be sure to choose the Free Report.
I used to work for a healthcare organization and this is one of the sources they used to come up with competitive salaries compared to other healthcare organizations in the area. The company I worked for was about 10,000 people in size.
It looks like in my area, $125k is average. If you have your own practice and build a large clientele, you will of course have a chance of making more.
People often forget that doctors have a lot of overhead to pay for. They dont get to keep every dollar they take in. They have to pay for their support staff, office supplies, medical supplies, insurance ($$!!), electricity, and on and on. That's called "overhead".
That said, these people end up keeping a nice amount of money. They typically have nice houses and cars. If you want to make good money and help people - this is a very good career choice for you. You like kids, right?? (o:

How long did your orthodontist tell you that you had to wear your retainer?

Looking for answers from people who *recently* had their braces off. I'm an older adult who had a falling out with their orthodontist. Plus, because I got braces so late in life none of my friends remember anything about them or retainers!

My braces have been off for over 6 months and I've worn my retainer every day for at least 8 hours. What were you told when you were given your retainer? How long were you told you had to wear it? Thanks.

I used to work for my orthodontist….he told patients to wear retainers all day every day for at least 3 months, and then you can go to night time only wear every night (if your retainers feel tight when you put them in at night, go back to all day wear for a little bit longer), after a year wear them a few nights a week. again if they feel tight when you put them in wear them more often….but continue to wear them for at least 1-2 nights a week for the rest of your life or your teeth will move back

Which sugar based drinks are the most aggressive in causing tooth decay over time ?

Question :
Which sugar based drinks are the most aggressive in causing tooth decay over time ?

Hypotheses:
I think that out of the four drinks im testing which consist of apple juice, Coke a Cola, Kool Aid , and Gatorade. Coke will have the quickest effect because of the amount of sugar and caffeine .

Problem:
Which tooth will have the most decay after one month ?
what can support my hypothsis

Coke has an acid in it that destroys the enamel of teeth.

I haven't a clue as to which tooth would have the most decay in a month.

Are you going to use actual teeth or a similiar material to support your claims?

What schools in California have an orthodontist training program after dental school?

How many students on average are accepted into orthodontist school? NOT dental SCHOOL. What is tuition for orthodontist schooling?

If you go onto the ADA's website and look under education, you can find a tool that will allow you to search by state and specialty the answer you're looking for as far as the schools in California. Class sizes and tuition varies between every orthodontic program…the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota accepts a class of 1 every year, other programs take up to 15 people or so…average class size is about 5 or 6 for most programs. There are about 300 seats a year available for people applying to become orthodontists, and about 1000 people apply for them every year. Tuition ranges from full-ride to 90K+ per year. Use the ADA's website to find the schools you would like to apply to, and go from there. If you are considering applying for orthodontics, you'll want to spread your applications out more than just in California…it's really really competitive to get in anywhere.