by Jennifer Truong
What is Dental Erosion?
Dental erosion occurs when acids cause the outer layer of a tooth to dissolve. The outer layer of a tooth, known as enamel, is the hardest substance in the human body. It protects us from daily wear and prevents us from experiencing severe sensitivity to temperature changes.
When enamel dissolves, this can expose the inner layer of the tooth known as dentine. Dentine is much softer than enamel and therefore more susceptible to wear and tear. If exposed, this can increase the tooths’ risk to decay and sensitivity.
by Dr. Jonathan Thong
Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, typically emerge between the ages of 18-25. While it is common to have four wisdom teeth, some people may have fewer wisdom teeth or none at all. It is also common for wisdom teeth to be partially impacted (partially covered by gum tissue), fully impacted (completely trapped beneath the gum line and jaw bone), or unerupted (not coming through).