An over retained tooth is a tooth that has not been lost or exfoliated (shed) from the mouth as it normally would during the course of development.
This can occur for a variety of reasons, such as an underlying developmental anomaly or an injury that prevented the tooth from being lost. Over retained teeth can cause problems with the alignment of the teeth and the bite, and they may need to be removed in order to prevent these issues.

It is important to consult a dentist or oral surgeon if you suspect that you have an over retained tooth.

Detailed causes of a retained tooth:
A retained tooth, also known as an impacted tooth, is a tooth that has not erupted into the mouth or has only partially erupted. This can be due to a variety of factors, including:

Misalignment of the tooth: If a tooth is not properly aligned with the others, it may be unable to emerge from the gums.

Overcrowding: If there is not enough room in the mouth for all of the teeth, some may become retained.

Soft tissue impaction: Soft tissue, such as gums or cheek tissue, may cover the tooth and prevent it from emerging.

Hard tissue impaction: The tooth may be blocked by bone or other hard tissue, preventing it from erupting into the mouth.

Cysts or tumors: A cyst or tumor in the mouth can cause a retained tooth.

Abnormal tooth development: Sometimes, a tooth may not develop properly and become retained as a result.

If you think your child may have a retained tooth, it's important to see a dentist or oral surgeon for a proper evaluation and treatment.

What should parents do if a child has retained teeth?

If a child has retained teeth, the most important thing for parents to do is to seek treatment from a dentist or oral surgeon. Retained teeth can cause problems with the alignment of the other teeth and may lead to future dental issues if left untreated.

A dentist or oral surgeon will be able to assess the situation and recommend the appropriate treatment, which may include removing the retained tooth or surgically exposing it so that it can emerge properly.

It's important to follow the recommendations of the dental professional in order to ensure that the child's teeth develop properly and to prevent any future dental problems.

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Signs of tooth decay: Quick check

You may find the following symptoms:
✅ Toothache, spontaneous pain or pain that occurs without any apparent cause
✅ Tooth sensitivity
✅ Mild to sharp pain when eating or drinking something sweet, hot or cold
✅ Visible holes or pits in your teeth
✅ Brown, black or white staining on any surface of a tooth
✅ Pain when you bite down

You may not be aware that a cavity is forming on your child’s teeth,
but it is important to schedule regularly scheduled dental visits.

The Following areas in your mouth could be at a higher risk of building up plaque:
? Between Teeth
? Bottom of the teeth
? Chewing Surfaces
? Crevices where particles can buildup

Foods that cling to teeth 
? Candy
? Chips
? Cookies
? Gummys
? Fruit Juice
? Dried Fruit

IS your lil one experiencing pain, soreness, or sensitivity to their teeth near the Paterson, Passaic, and Union City areas?
We are here serving Paterson, Passaic, and Hudson NJ, and the surrounding communities, we offer comprehensive oral health services ranging from routine cleanings to emergency treatment. We are committed to creating a warm, welcoming environment to keep all members of the family comfortable in the office.
Paterson  (973) 742-4200
Passaic  ( 973) 574-1000
Union City  (201) 325-8444

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What does TMJ stand for?

To understand TMJ disorder, we must first understand
what TMJ stands for ( temporomandibular joint )

It connects your jaw to the skull at the side.
When functioning properly, you can chew, speak, yawn,
sing, laugh, and smile.

What is TMJ disorder?
It may be difficult to determine what the exact cause
of TMJ disorder. A persons pain may be a result of
jaw injury, arthritis, genetics, or a combination
of these.

Symptoms
Signs and symptoms of TMJ disorders may include:

✔️ Difficulty chewing
✔️ Joint lock - Creates difficulty for opening and closing the mouth
✔️ Pain ache around the ear
✔️ Jaw pain or tenderness
✔️ Aching facial pain
✔️ Pain spreading from face to neck
✔️ Clicking sound when chewing or opening mouth
✔️ Clenching and grinding teeth ( This can happen even without
✔️ TMJ disorder. Bruxsim can be the culprit )

Make sure to see a dentist if your child experiences
these symptoms.

We are here serving Paterson, Passaic, and Hudson NJ,
Dover NJ, and the surrounding communities.
We offer comprehensive oral health
services ranging from routine cleanings to emergency treatment.

We are committed to creating a warm, welcoming environment
to keep all members of the family comfortable in the office.
Paterson (973) 742-4200
Passaic  ( 973) 574-1000
Union City (201) 325-8444
Dover   (973) 891-4015

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National Brush your teeth day Nov 2

For National Brush your teeth day, we
wanted to give you a chart that can help motivate
the young ones to brush their teeth.
( "brush your teeth chart" )

It's a great way to introduce a good routine
for brushing their teeth. The dreaded red X
on the chart is something nobody wants
to see on their chart. ?
Seeing those green checks on the chart can lead to
some reward if you wanted to add some flare to the routine.

SCD - Brushing Teeth Chart Download

Brushing Teeth Techniques

It's easy as 1,2,3 and A,B,C ??
1. ✔️ Brush Up & Down On the surface of the front of the teeth
2. ✔️ Circular
3. ✔️ Up and Down inside
4. ✔️ Brush the chewing surface
5. ✔️ Brush the tongue

We have a Brushing teeth techniques chart you can download
SCD - Brushing Teeth Techniques

Enjoy and Thanks for reading. ?

We are here serving Paterson, Passaic, and Hudson NJ,
Dover NJ, and the surrounding communities.
We offer comprehensive oral health
services ranging from routine cleanings to emergency treatment.

We are committed to creating a warm, welcoming environment
to keep all members of the family comfortable in the office.
Paterson (973) 742-4200
Passaic  ( 973) 574-1000
Union City (201) 325-8444
Dover   (973) 891-4015

Find reviews and updates on Facebook,
learn more about our practice online,
or give us a call