My New Dentist Told Me That I Still Have A Baby Tooth Present, Why Wasn’t This Mentioned To Me Before?
Q.
Hi,
I have been for a routine check up this morning and my new dentist has noticed I still have a baby tooth (2 along from my front teeth). I am 31 and have regular 6 monthly check ups. This has never been mentioned to me before. He said it may last another 4-5 years and at the point where it comes out I will need to have the adult tooth removed from the roof of my mouth and an implant placing. Is this something you have seen before and is it something I should have done at my local dentist as opposed to a specialist practice such as yours?
Many thanks.
Hi,
I have been for a routine check up this morning and my new dentist has noticed I still have a baby tooth (2 along from my front teeth). I am 31 and have regular 6 monthly check ups. This has never been mentioned to me before. He said it may last another 4-5 years and at the point where it comes out I will need to have the adult tooth removed from the roof of my mouth and an implant placing. Is this something you have seen before and is it something I should have done at my local dentist as opposed to a specialist practice such as yours?
Many thanks.
A.
Hi this is fairly common actually. My advice about any medical/dental/surgical procedure, but especially with dental implants , is to have the best person possible carry out the work. this will ensure you get the best results. if the tooth is a front tooth this is even more important. The extra investment will be worth it as you want this replacement to look fantastic, to function healthily and to last as long as possible
Hi this is fairly common actually. My advice about any medical/dental/surgical procedure, but especially with dental implants , is to have the best person possible carry out the work. this will ensure you get the best results. if the tooth is a front tooth this is even more important. The extra investment will be worth it as you want this replacement to look fantastic, to function healthily and to last as long as possible
Hope that helps
Mark
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