Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the last set of permanent teeth to erupt, usually between the ages of 18 and 21. Although known as the “wisdom teeth”, these teeth are unfortunately not very smart; because of their tendency to grow in the wrong direction, they become impacted...
What is a Cracked Tooth? A healthy tooth is covered with strong, hard enamel. In some cases, this enamel gets cracked, which exposes the inner layers of the tooth, resulting in sensitivity and sometimes great pain, especially during chewing. Signs of a Cracked Tooth Causes of a Cracked Tooth...
Knowing What the Pulp Is In the center of every tooth lies the pulp – a living tissue consisting of blood vessels and nerve fibers – which is encased in dentine and overlaid with enamel (the hard, white layer you see above the gums). In a normal healthy tooth, the...
