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  • I am happy to annouce an Invisalign special. Call this month and schedule a consultation and receive $500 off plus... http://fb.me/63Yoj1S

    23 minutes ago

  • Currently reading http://www.invisalign.com

    24 minutes ago

  • Just got back from an Invisalign seminar. It is amazing how the overall health of your mouth effects the overall... http://bit.ly/bnVSVF

    about 2 hours ago

  • @TheVioletFig No you didn't just win the Invisalign giveaway! You REALLY DO win everything!!!!!

    about 2 hours ago

  • the invisalign programme begins

    about 2 hours ago

  • Had a good talk with my mom about losing/breaking invisalign ! HAH

    about 2 hours ago

  • @TheVioletFig STOP. Next time I see you I *am* rubbing your belly. #Invisalign #blissdom

    about 3 hours ago

  • @DLoesch I am missing you and your invisalign lisping ways darling. You make politics and blogging conference fun.

    about 3 hours ago

  • Woot! RT @JBPR: @TheVioletFig We just pulled your biz card for our #Invisalign giveaway at #blissdom, you won a Flip Recorder!...

    about 3 hours ago

  • If you're ready for a smile that transforms your appearance, Invisalign is your answer. Although there are many... http://bit.ly/a9XCPJ

    about 3 hours ago

  • Mid-course correction means 34 more weeks of Invisalign! After this, my smile lines will be well deserved!

    about 3 hours ago

  • @58whitestripes Yeah right. In the email they also advertised a half price home tooth whitening kit and 0% on Invisalign braces.

    about 3 hours ago

  • And I find myself in the orthodontist office again! This Invisalign process takes the longest. For 6g's they should do it all n 1 day

    about 3 hours ago

  • RT @sugarjones: We have a Wall of Smiles winner AND a Flip Camera winner. Check it out: http://sugarjones.tv #invisalign #blissdom

    about 4 hours ago

  • RT @DiaperDiaries: @VioletFig wht THE HECK? U won the #invisalign Flip camera. srsly need U 2 buy me 100 lottery tickets // it's insane!

    about 4 hours ago

  • Congrats @Corrinrenee for winning the #Invisalign "Best Smile of #BlissDom" http://bit.ly/9VRSTn

    about 4 hours ago

  • How To Keep Teeth Straight After Invisalign | Health Reform http://bit.ly/bP6VIN

    about 4 hours ago

  • How exciting! Cupcakes for everyone! RT @SugarJones: Wanna know who won the #Invisalign Wall of Smiles contest? http://bit.ly/9VRSTn

    about 4 hours ago

  • @VioletFig WHAT THE HECK??? You won the #invisalign Flip camera. Seriously need you to buy me 100 lottery tickets

    about 4 hours ago

  • @TheVioletFig We just pulled your biz card for our #Invisalign giveaway at #blissdom, you won a Flip Recorder! DM me with your address...

    about 4 hours ago

  • RT @laurie_pooh: Congrats @CorrinRenee! RT @SugarJones: Wanna know who won the #Invisalign Wall of Smiles contest? http://sugarjones.tv

    about 4 hours ago

  • We have a Wall of Smiles winner AND a Flip Camera winner. Check it out: http://sugarjones.tv #invisalign #blissdom

    about 4 hours ago

  • Congrats @CorrinRenee! RT @SugarJones: Wanna know who won the #Invisalign Wall of Smiles contest? http://sugarjones.tv

    about 4 hours ago

  • Invisible braces.. Invisalign ;-D

    about 5 hours ago

  • RT @SugarJones: Wanna know who won the #Invisalign Wall of Smiles contest? http://sugarjones.tv

    about 5 hours ago

  • Check this video out on our You Tube Site!-- Invisalign Changes Everything! http://youtu.be/vOIzZbv4DoU

    about 5 hours ago

  • Wanna know who won the #Invisalign Wall of Smiles contest? http://sugarjones.tv

    about 5 hours ago

  • @ashtondene yeah for invisalign!! :)

    about 6 hours ago

  • Dentists Love Offering Invisalign - Dentists love Invisalign, we found in this survey. Three quarters of general de... http://ow.ly/16wQUn

    about 7 hours ago

  • Health Reform. How To Keep Teeth Straight After Invisalign: Invisalign is highly effective at straightening a croo... http://bit.ly/d9612U

    about 7 hours ago

  • Invisalign - The clear alternative to braces - Have questions about how Invisalign works? Check out... http://tumblr.com/xwr697uhw

    about 8 hours ago

  • March 3 - Invisalign/Clear Correct Special Day. Sign Up and Get Free Services (over $1,300 value) http://ow.ly/13QV5

    about 9 hours ago

  • For haters of charming smiles and teeth (I love mine incl. slight fang!) the dentist recommends: http://www.invisalign.com/. Only £3,000!

    about 9 hours ago

  • Add exercise to your schedule whenever you can! Developing the habit now will keep your healthy for life.

    about 9 hours ago

  • Invisalign is Now an Orthodontic Treatment Option for Parents of... - Topix http://ow.ly/14M5g

    about 10 hours ago

  • Have questions about how Invisalign works? Check out http://bit.ly/d8MfRa

    about 10 hours ago

  • finally done with Invisalign!

    about 17 hours ago

  • AHHHH, i want invisalign ASAP !

    about 17 hours ago

  • I'm undecided on if i should clear braces (not invisalign) or the basic metal ones! what y'all think ?

    about 19 hours ago

  • Isn't going on MySpace anymore. Getting Invisalign.!

    about 20 hours ago

  • oh man I gotta be better at remembering to wear and change my invisalign braces... so behind!

    about 20 hours ago

  • Invisalign Clear Braces For Teeth http://bte.tc/avZX #RTW

    about 20 hours ago

  • view our new Invisalign blog entry at http://bit.ly/9swMln

    about 21 hours ago

  • i havent had my invisalign in for like 3 days. i bet my teeth have moved.

    about 21 hours ago

  • RT @Dentabyte INVISALIGN IMPROVEMENTS – More cases can be treated http://is.gd/7UDrd

    about 21 hours ago

  • Anybody tried the invisalign dental brace in the UK and ... http://cli.gs/VE5Wg

    about 22 hours ago

  • invisalign ad sticker on a bowling ball

    about 22 hours ago

  • I uploaded a YouTube video -- invisalign - Mdex MOVE episode D2 - Fadi Mohamedieh http://youtu.be/24fDMVb_hMk?a

    about 23 hours ago

  • @yab0iisfresh 2 G's?! Mine wqere $4,600 but maybe because they were invisalign.

    about 23 hours ago

  • I uploaded a YouTube video -- Placing invisalign attachments. http://youtu.be/4CV4DZxMk9A?a

    Monday, 08 February 2010 00:54

  • #thumbsup for #invisalign. No bevs or snacks for me during #superbowl

    Monday, 08 February 2010 00:38

  • TNA wins Invisalign Account! http://tr.im/ztIm

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 23:13

  • thank you @Invisalign for sponsoring #blissdom. Can't wait to take dd for an evaluation. Will be a great option for her!!

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 22:35

  • @oliviamunn Please tell me you still have all your teeth. =\ lol Were there Invisalign shenanigans? ;P

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 20:08

  • LAX2do> http://j.mp/b1NHho Should I Enter The Bathroom To Remove The Invisalign When Eating ...

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 19:55

  • How Much Is Invisalign If You Have Mass Health? « SEY: can't answer the insurance question, but in response to the... http://bit.ly/a5EYJF

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 19:30

  • Dr. Eisenhuth: St. Paul, Minneapolis, Apple Valley Orthodontist ...: For Invisalign & iBraces ™ and More – Your Mi... http://bit.ly/chOIUd

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 18:39

  • Mdex Move: Episode 2 de Sabrina Fregeau dans sa quête vers l'excellence avec un traitement invisalign chez Mdex.... http://bit.ly/c6inYo

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 15:08

  • Invisalign is Now an Orthodontic Treatment Option for Parents of... http://bit.ly/96IRyS #autism #asd

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 14:26

  • Dr. Eisenhuth: St. Paul, Minneapolis, Apple Valley Orthodontist ...: For Invisalign & iBraces ™ and More – Your Mi... http://bit.ly/chOIUd

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 12:54

  • i really want invisalign.

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 09:36

  • Currently reading http://www.invisalign.com/

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 06:33

  • Blazing Web Offers! Teeth Whitening With Invisalign: Any Product Recommendations ...: Such people can use teeth ... http://twurl.nl/e8180z

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 05:59

  • Does Invisalign Work For Bucked Front Teeth? – Braces in Los Angeles: The time it takes depends on the severity of... http://bit.ly/bNRvqN

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 05:03

  • @JessicaLeccia Never imagined being able to tweet the person behind all those Invisalign brochures we have in our office, lol

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 04:41

  • I uploaded a YouTube video -- invisalign - Mdex MOVE episode C2 - Sabrina Fregeau http://youtu.be/61gkm7GSKqQ?a

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 04:00

  • Currently reading http://www.invisalign.com

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 02:15

  • I favorited a YouTube video -- invisalign - Mdex MOVE episode G2 - Chrystel Blot http://youtu.be/EZMsj0rQhdQ?a

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 01:11

  • Go Vote! RT: @SugarJones Vote for your fav bloggers by leaving a comment: www.flickr.com/groups/invisalignsmiles/ #invisalign #blissdom

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 00:31

  • I uploaded a YouTube video -- invisalign - Mdex MOVE episode G2 - Chrystel Blot http://youtu.be/EZMsj0rQhdQ?a

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 00:05

  • Teeth Whitening With Invisalign: Any Product Recommendations ...: This entry was written by admin, posted on Febru... http://bit.ly/9UexHf

    Sunday, 07 February 2010 00:02

  • Teeth Whitening With Invisalign: Any Product Recommendations ...: This entry was written by admin, posted on Feb... http://twurl.nl/jpcho7

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 23:51

  • New post: Teeth Whitening With Invisalign: Any Product Recommendations ... (http://cli.gs/b6Rus)

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 23:34

  • The last pics are up. Vote for your fave bloggers by leaving a comment: http://www.flickr.com/groups/invisalignsmiles/ #invisalign #blissdom

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 23:20

  • @QuanCarter oh nd yes, i wanna get invisalign but my mother is not payin for that so i guess i will be. Cuz braces take to fucking long.

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 23:13

  • @Hip_M0M That's why I'm SOOO glad I can't vote! They're all so cute: http://www.flickr.com/groups/invisalignsmiles/ #Invisalign #blissdom

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 23:06

  • http://tr.im/iQ6M Teeth Whitening With Invisalign: Any Product Recommendations ... http://bit.ly/9kdPQA

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 23:04

  • Only a couple of hours left to vote for your fave #Blissdom Smile!!! http://www.flickr.com/groups/invisalignsmiles/ #Invisalign

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 23:03

  • I have a feeling I'm going to start losing weight, just because I'll be too lazy to take out the invisalign to eat frequently.

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 22:56

  • Bloggers at #blissdom: Have you come by the #Invisalign booth to get your free travel dental spa kit yet?

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 22:15

  • @PineappleBabble I've been at the Invisalign booth for a while. Now in the Ad session Where are you right now?

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 21:51

  • Interested in anything dental? Here's where you can post questions about cosmetic dentistry, sedation, implants, Invisalign, sleep apnea...

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 21:36

  • @Invisalign So nice you get all my "myths" about your product busted at #blissdom!

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 20:54

  • RT @sugarjones: Vote for your favorite smile here: http://www.flickr.com/groups/invisalignsmiles/ #invisalign #blissdom

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 20:43

  • RT @sugarjones: Vote for your favorite smile here: http://www.flickr.com/groups/invisalignsmiles/ #invisalign #blissdom

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 20:41

  • RT @sugarjones: Vote for your favorite smile here: http://www.flickr.com/groups/invisalignsmiles/ #invisalign #blissdom

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 20:39

  • Vote for your favorite smile here: http://www.flickr.com/groups/invisalignsmiles/ #invisalign #blissdom

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 20:37

  • Got my invisalign future-tooth pictures today. I'm excited!

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 20:32

  • Vote 4 Me :) RT @Invisalign Vote for Best Smile #BlissDom leave a comment on favphoto, help a blogger win $200 AMEX GC http://bit.ly/aeXFLg

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 20:32

  • Vote for the "Best Smile of #BlissDom", leave a comment on your favorite photo, help a blogger win $200 AMEX Gift card: http://bit.ly/aeXFLg

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 20:29

  • When is toya finally gonna get her braces off? Wayne culdnt buy hour invisalign or caps or sumthin??that's crazy just a thought

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 20:22

  • I need an invisalign dentist. A lot of dentists follow me n vice versa soo - Respond ASAP!

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 19:19

  • We just found @mommentator a premier #Invisalign provider at http://twurl.nl/k4kvj3 #blissdom

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 18:57

  • A couple of ladies' thing-that-makes-you-smile got mixed up. Come by the Wall of Smiles to check your pic. :) #Invisalign #blissdom

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 18:50

  • I think I'm the worst Invisalign patient ever.

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 18:33

  • RT @sugarjones: Lots of beautiful smiles: http://www.flickr.com/groups/invisalignsmiles/ #Invisalign #blissdom

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 18:31

  • Good morning dolls! Heading to @modelsmile with Sam to get his Invisalign! Then preparing to move....

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 18:15

  • friends can U leave a comment on my #invisalign photo I can win a $200 GC to use at #disneysmmoms! Thanks :) http://bit.ly/c0d4yB #blissdom

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 18:03

  • oh no, my pic isn't there! RT @SugarJones: For those of you on the Wall of Smiles... the link: http://bit.ly/daBrrC #Invisalign #blissdom

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 18:01

  • RT @sugarjones: Lots of beautiful smiles: http://www.flickr.com/groups/invisalignsmiles/ #Invisalign #blissdom

    Saturday, 06 February 2010 17:58

Invisalign Houston

Wisdom Teeth Extraction

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Thursday, 12 October 2006 16:50

Welcome to Wisdom Teeth Extraction Center Houston. Dentist River Oaks - Memorial Park - Bellaire - West U

The mandibular third molar (commonly known as a wisdom tooth) is the tooth located distally (away from the midline of the face) from both the mandibular second molars of the mouth with no tooth posterior to it in permanent teeth; they might usually appear between the ages of 16 and 25.[1] They are called wisdom teeth because usually they come in when a person is between age 17 and 21 or older—old enough to have supposedly gained some "wisdom".[2] In deciduous (baby) teeth, there is no mandibular third molar. The function of this molar is similar to that of all molars in regard to grinding being the principal action during mastication (chewing).

Wisdom teeth are commonly extracted when they affect other teeth—this impaction is colloquially known as "coming in sideways".[3] Most adults have four wisdom teeth, but it is possible to have more or fewer. Absence of one or more wisdom teeth is an example of hypodontia. Any extra teeth are referred to as supernumerary teeth.[4][5]

For this tooth, there are great variances among third molars, and a specific description of a third molar will not hold true in all cases. It is important to note that the permanent mandibular molars are not considered to have any teeth that precede it. Despite being named molars, the deciduous molars are followed by permanent premolars.

In the universal system of notation, the permanent mandibular third molars are designated by a number. The right permanent mandibular third molar is known as "32", and the left one is known as "17". In the Palmer notation, a number is used in conjunction with a symbol designating in which quadrant the tooth is found. For this tooth, the left and right third molars would have the same number, "8", but the right one would have the symbol, "┐", over it, while the left one would have, "┌". The international notation has a different numbering system than the previous two, and the right permanent mandibular third molar is known as "48", and the left one is known as "38".

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Dentist Houston

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Monday, 09 October 2006 08:33

Welcome to Dentist Houston. So, if your anything but passionate about your smile, schedule a complimentary appointment at a Dentist Houston office to learn more about cosmetic veneering procedures. Dentist Houston (http://invisalign-houston.org/dentist-houston.html). It's state-the-art meets a multi-disciplinary approach to offer pixel perfect veneering, orthodontia, cosmetic and restorative, oral surgery, tmj, dental implants and a whole lot more. So from a full mouth smile makeover with porcelain veneers and whitening to simple cleaning and crowns, with over fifty oral healthcare providers in and around Houston, you can expect to find a specialist in your neck of the woods. Offices in Houston, Katy, The Woodlands, Sugarland, Kingwood, Bellaire, River Oaks, Pearland, Clear Lake, West U and many more locations to come. Not all of the content on this site or page is orginal work by Invisalign Dentist Houston.


Dentistry

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Dentistry is the "evaluation, diagnosis, prevention and/or treatment (nonsurgical, surgical or related procedures) of diseases, disorders and/or conditions of the oral cavity, maxillofacial area and/or the adjacent and associated structures and their impact on the human body". Dentistry is necessary for complete oral health.[1] Those in the practice of dentistry are known as dentists. Other people aiding in oral health service include dental assistants, dental hygienists, dental technicians, and dental therapists.

Dentistry usually encompasses a number of practices related to the oral cavity. The most common treatments involve the dental surgery on the teeth as a treatment for dental caries. Decayed teeth can be filled with dental amalgam, dental composite, dental porcelain and precious or non-precious metals. Oral and maxillofacial surgery is a more specialized form of dental surgery. Dentists can prescribe medication, x-rays, and devices for home or in-office use. Many oral diseases (such as bilateral odontogenic keratocysts) and abnormalities (such as several unerupted teeth) can indicate systemic, neural, or other diseases. Most general practitioners of dentistry perform restorative, prosthetic, endodontic therapy, periodontal therapy, and exodontia, as well as performing examinations. Many general practitioners are comfortable treating complex cases, as well as placing implants and surgically extracting third molars (wisdom teeth). All dentists must achieve a certain degree of skill in various disciplines in order to graduate from dental school and become an accredited dentist.

Prevention

Dentists also encourage prevention of dental cavities through proper hygiene (tooth brushing and flossing), fluoride, and tooth polishing. Recognized but less conventional preventive agents include xylitol, which is bacteriostatic,[2] casein derivatives,[3] and proprietary products such as Cavistat BasicMints.[4]

 

Education and licensing

The Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, the first dental school in the world, opened in Baltimore, Maryland in 1840, and in 1867, Harvard Dental School became the second dental school affiliated with a university.
Studies showed that dentists graduated from different countries[5], or even from different dental schools in one country[6], may have different clinical decisions for the same clinical condition. For example, dentists graduated from Israeli dental schools may recommend more often for the removal of asymptomatic impacted third molar (wisdom teeth) than dentists graduated from Latin-American or Eastern European dental schools.[7]

In England, the 1878 British Dentists Act and 1879 Dentists Register limited the title of "dentist" and "dental surgeon" to qualified and registered practitioners.[8][9] The practice of dentistry in the United Kingdom became fully regulated with the 1921 Dentists Act, which required the registration of anyone practicing dentistry.[10] The British Dental Association, formed in 1880 with Sir John Tomes as president, played a major role in prosecuting dentists practicing illegally.[8] A dentist is a healthcare professional qualified to practice dentistry after graduating with a degree of either Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Bachelor of Dentistry (BDent), Bachelor of Dental Science (BDSc), or Bachelor of Dental Surgery/Chirurgiae (BDS) or (BChD) or equivalent. In most western countries, to become a qualified dentist one must usually complete at least 4 years of postgraduate study[citation needed]; within the European Union the education has to be at least 5 years. Dentists usually complete between 5–8 years of post secondary education before practicing. Though not mandatory, many dentists choose to complete an internship or residency focusing on specific aspects of dental care after they have received their dental degree.

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Sedation Dentist Houston

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Friday, 06 October 2006 19:28

Welcome to the IV and Conscious Sedation Dentistry Center in Houston Texas. Sleep Dentistry.

Last Updated on Thursday, 18 June 2009 18:52
 

Emergency Dentist Houston

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Wednesday, 11 October 2006 06:00

Welcome to Emergency Dentist Houston

 


Dental emergency

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A dental emergency is a type of medical emergency involving the teeth or gingiva. Pain involving these parts of the mouth, even when minor, can indicate a severe underlying problem that could worsen with time. It is important to contact a dentist as soon as possible for a professional evaluation to minimize damage to the teeth, gums, and supporting bone. Short-term action can be taken to relieve oral pain, which can be very severe.

Palliatives

Oil of cloves, which contains eugenol, can be used to treat dental pain; a drop can be applied with a cotton swab as a palliative. After wisdom tooth extraction, for example, a condition known as dry socket can develop where nerve endings are exposed to air. A piece of sterile gauze or cotton soaked in oil of cloves may be placed in the socket after careful cleaning with saline to relieve this form of pain.

Over-the-counter topical anesthetics containing active ingredients such as benzocaine or choline salicylate may be applied directly to the gum in order to deaden sensation.

If you prefer a homeopathic approach that does not entail the use of pharmaceutical drugs to managing your dental pain, there are many "home remedies" of varying efficacy for the temporary relief of dental pain.

Analgesics such as aspirin, paracetamol (acetaminophen) and ibuprofen are also commonly used; aspirin and ibuprofen have the additional benefits of being anti-inflammatories. Ice and/or heat are also frequently applied. A dentist may prescribe an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid such as Dexameth for pain relief prior to treatment. [1]

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Tooth Extraction Houston

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Monday, 09 October 2006 16:46

Welcome to Tooth Extraction Houston. It's state-the-art meets a multi-disciplinary approach to offer pixel perfect veneering, orthodontia, cosmetic and restorative, oral surgery, tmj, dental implants and a whole lot more. So from a full mouth smile makeover with porcelain veneers and whitening to simple cleaning and crowns, with over fifty oral healthcare providers in and around Houston, you can expect to find a Pediatric specialist in your neck of the woods. Offices in Houston, Katy, The Woodlands, Sugarland, Kingwood, Bellaire, River Oaks, Pearland, Clear Lake, West U and many more locations to come. Not all of the content on this site or page is orginal work by Tooth Extraction Houston.

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Dental extraction

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A dental extraction (also referred to as exodontia) is the removal of a tooth from the mouth. Extractions are performed for a wide variety of reasons, including tooth decay that has destroyed enough tooth structure to prevent restoration. Extractions of impacted or problematic wisdom teeth are routinely performed, as are extractions of some permanent teeth to make space for orthodontic treatment.

 

History

Historically, dental extractions have been used to treat a variety of illnesses, as well as a method of torture to obtain forced confessions. Before the discovery of antibiotics, chronic tooth infections were often linked to a variety of health problems, and therefore removal of a diseased tooth was a common treatment for various medical conditions. Instruments used for dental extractions date back several centuries. In the 14th century, Guy de Chauliac invented the dental pelican, which was used through the late 18th century. The pelican was replaced by the dental key which, in turn, was replaced by modern forceps in the 20th century. As dental extractions can vary tremendously in difficulty, depending on the patient and the tooth, a wide variety of instruments exist to address specific situations.

 

Reasons for tooth extraction

The most common reason for extraction is tooth damage due to breakage or decay. There are additional reasons for tooth extraction:

  • Severe tooth decay or infection. Despite the reduction in world-wide prevalence of dental caries, still it is the most common reason for extraction of (non-third molar) teeth with up to two thirds of extractions.[1]
  • Extra teeth which are blocking other teeth from coming in.
  • Severe gum disease which may affect the supporting tissues and bone structures of teeth.
  • In preparation for orthodontic treatment (braces)
  • Teeth in the fracture line
  • Fractured teeth.
  • Insufficient space for wisdom teeth (impacted third molars). Although many dentists remove asymptomatic impacted third molars,[2][3] American as well as British Health Authorities recommended against this routine procedure, unless there are evidences for disease in the impacted tooth or the near environment.[4]
  • Receiving radiation to the head and neck may require extraction of teeth in the field of radiation.
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