If you are experiencing persistent pain, discomfort, or swelling in the back part of your jaw, and you still have your wisdom teeth, consult with your dentist to see if this last set of molars might be the culprit. Impacted wisdom teeth can create a wide range of symptoms without the teeth ever emerging through the gums. Your dentist can check on the progress of your wisdom teeth using X-rays to determine whether or not they need to be removed.

For those who experience extreme anxiety when they visit the dentist, sedation dentistry can be very helpful. With sedation, you can remain calm and anxiety-free throughout your visit to the dentist, even if you are having numerous restorations done. If you are worried about your anxiety levels during dental work, talk to your dentist about sedation.