Do you have some general questions about your smile? Are you doing a lot of pacing back and forth during the day as you wonder how your little one’s smile is doing? Maybe you have been researching tooth loss and you’re trying to figure out whether losing your wisdom teeth to oral surgery counts. Don’t worry. These are very common concerns that you don’t need to spend your time feeling anxious about. We are always here to help with oral health questions!

How Many Teeth Should You (Or Your Child) Have?

Have you suddenly realized you’re not sure at all how many teeth an adult should have? Maybe you want to know how many teeth your son or daughter should have. No problem! These types of oral health questions are probably not something you think about regularly, so allow us to fill you in:

• Adults: The final number is 32.
• Children: You can expect a full incoming set of 20 adorable teeth.
• About Wisdom Teeth: Wisdom teeth come in a set of four, contributing to a full adult set of teeth (Translation: You have 28 permanent teeth by the age of 12; then, the additional four that show up when you’re in your early 20s make 32). However, you do not require third molars (so removing them is just fine).

How Do You Know If Everything Is Okay?

Not really sure if your smile health is doing well? Wondering about the oral health of your child? No matter the issue at hand, whether it seems overwhelming or embarrassingly simple, we will always instruct you to do the same thing: Schedule an appointment at our practice. Receiving an exam and answers will provide you the relief you’re looking for.