Morning headaches, a tender jaw, wear on your teeth, and fatigue are all signs that you have been clenching or grinding your teeth at night. Otherwise known as bruxism, clenching and grinding your teeth can cause many issues with your teeth, head, neck and shoulders. Did you know that bruxism could also contribute to a painful jaw joint disorder known as TMJ? If you grind your teeth at night, you need to learn more about bruxism in Herndon.

While it’s usually best to preserve your natural teeth, there are certain circumstances in which you may need to have a tooth removed, or extracted. Receiving the news that you need to have your tooth removed may seem scary and even overwhelming, but the good news is that it can be done in a fairly simple process that’s relatively pain free. Dental anesthetics ensure that you won’t feel anything, and there are even options for dental sedation that can help you feel more at ease during your procedure. Here are a few of the reasons why you may need a tooth extraction in Herndon.

Wisdom Teeth

Otherwise known as third molars, your wisdom teeth typically erupt during your teenage years. Many times these teeth don’t erupt properly or remain impacted, which can cause infection or damage to your other teeth. If your wisdom teeth do arrive normally, they often take up too much space and cause crowding for your other teeth. For all of these reasons, your dentist will most likely recommend that your wisdom teeth be removed. Read More