As your teen grows into themselves, you need to be there for them. They still have a lot to learn, and when it comes to their smile, they have a looming risk in their third and final set of molars. These are commonly called their wisdom teeth, often arriving during their teen years. So, if they have started driving, then be sure to keep them to their schedule of biannual dental checkups to track their development.
And when it’s time for their wisdom teeth to go, talk about extraction with Dr. Leonard Tyko II, DDS, MD and Dr. Jason Rogers, DDS at Santa Rosa Oral Surgery. Our office has been helping people smile for generations, and we are proud to be a part of such important local history. We understand that parents want a caring and compassionate oral surgery experience for their children, and kids want an efficient provider who gets them back on their feet. Find out more about what makes our office and our team special.
Wisdom teeth can push existing smiles out of the way. To talk more about extractions for your teen, talk to Dr. Leonard Tyko II, DDS, MD at Santa Rosa Oral Surgery.
Why Does My Child Even Have Wisdom Teeth?
We get it. For parents, wisdom teeth can be a real source of frustration, as this takes time and money. So, when talking about their child’s third and final set of molars, they often have questions about the need for surgery. In order to understand the reasoning, it’s important to know what wisdom teeth actually are.
Essentially, our wisdom teeth are evolutionary holdovers from a time when we needed more jaw power. We chewed raw meat and fibrous vegetables, so we had larger jaws to help us eat. But over time, our faces became slimmer, leaving less room for an extra set of molars. That means that these teeth can push existing ones out of the way, affecting their alignment.
Help Them Experience Efficient Wisdom Tooth Extraction
At our office, we totally understand that kids are constantly on the move. That’s one reason why we emphasize efficiency with our procedures. While we certainly love to think that people enjoy spending time with us, they’re really here for quality oral surgery.
And that’s what we do. Our team helps teens get back to their lives through effective, efficient wisdom tooth extractions. So, if their dentist has brought up their third and final set of molars, let’s talk about their next steps.
Schedule A Consultation With Santa Rosa Oral Surgery
When your teen starts to drive, there’s wisdom teeth to worry about. To find out more about navigating this pivotal time in their life, call Dr. Jason Rogers, DDS and Dr. Leonard Tyko II, DDS, MD at Santa Rosa Oral Surgery at (707) 545-4625 today.
