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Wisdom teeth, or third molars, usually appear in adults between the ages of 17 and 25 and are the final set of molars that most…

Dental extractions are performed for a variety of reasons including tooth decay, injury, and for orthodontic treatment.  Extractions are a relatively common procedure in most…

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ) occurs as a result of problems with the jaw, jaw joint, and surrounding facial muscles that control movement of the jaw….

If plaque and tartar is left on the teeth, as we mentioned before, it provides the right conditions for bacteria to thrive. The bacteria irritate…

Root canals are necessary when the pulp layer of a tooth becomes infected.  Infection can lead to the loss of a tooth so it is…

Here at Adriatic Dental we help our Vista patients with preventive dentistry. If you have ever heard the old saying ‘an ounce of prevention is…

Parents usually have a lot of questions about when they should first take their child to see a dentist. Healthy smiles begin in infancy!  The…

Oral pathology involves diagnosing and treating diseases of the mouth such as cysts, tumors, and precancerous and cancerous lesions.  Many patients experience unusual changes in…

Occlusal, or bite, adjustment is a procedure performed to remove tiny interferences that keep teeth from coming together properly.  These interferences can prevent the jaw…

Dentures supported by implants differ from traditional implants in that they are anchored to your mouth with dental implants. Because they are secured to the…