Impacted Teeth (Not Wisdom Teeth!) with Dr. Dan Brady and Dr. Serv Wahan #35

Guest: Dan Brady DDS https://om3surgery.com/   Host: Serv Wahan MD DMD https://www.drwahan.com/   Keywords impacted teeth, oral surgery, dental techniques, canine extraction, dental education, surgery tips, patient care, orthodontics, dental practice, dental referrals, mesiodens, orthodontist, pedodontist, dental crowding, om3 oral surgery, mill creek wisdom teeth, Snohomish dental implants, wisdom teeth, Dan Brady DDS, Seattle oral surgery, Serv Wahan MD DMD, braces, orthodontic treatment Takeaways OM3 oral surgery has been around for over 50 years, focusing on full-scope oral surgery. Impacted teeth can include canines, laterals, premolars, and molars, not just wisdom teeth. The journey to dentistry can be influenced by various experiences, including humanitarian trips. Oral surgery often requires a balance between patient care and surgical techniques. Timing is crucial for managing impacted teeth, especially in adolescents. Open exposure techniques can help in the eruption of impacted canines. Adult patients present unique challenges in managing impacted teeth. Long-term implications of untreated impacted teeth can lead to more complex surgeries later. Surgical techniques vary based on the position of the impacted tooth and surrounding structures. Safety measures, such as using protective shields during procedures, are essential. Summary In this conversation, Dr. Serv Wahan and Dr. Dan Brady discuss the complexities of managing impacted teeth, including the various types of impacted teeth, surgical techniques, and the importance of timing in treatment. They share personal journeys into dentistry, the challenges of treating adult patients, and the long-term implications of untreated impacted teeth. The discussion also emphasizes safety measures in oral surgery and the referral process for managing these cases effectively. Titles Navigating the World of Impacted Teeth Oral Surgery Insights with Dr. Dan Brady Sound bites "The practice has been around for almost 50 years." "Timing is crucial for managing impacted teeth." "Safety measures in oral surgery are essential." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Practice and Partners 01:58 Understanding Impacted Teeth 05:51 Journey into Dentistry 12:01 Surgical Techniques and Tools 17:56 The Importance of Timing in Treatment 23:50 Approaches to Exposing Impacted Canines 27:53 Understanding Tooth Eruption Dynamics 30:24 Challenges of Treating Adult Patients 33:09 The Importance of Timing in Referrals 35:31 Surgical Approaches to Tooth Extraction 39:32 Managing Impacted Canines 44:14 Surgical Techniques for Complex Cases 50:20 Safety Protocols in Dental Procedures