Which tooth do you want Dentaprime to pull?

When people tell me that teeth are missing or need to be extracted, I always try to find out which teeth they are talking about by sending them this scheme.

That is easier said than done... First of all, right on the drawing is left in the mouth. Secondly, there are a few different tooth numbering schemes, so our number 18 could be number 1 in your dentist's dental treatment plan.


Although, in the end, only our dentists will be able to give an accurate quotation and treatment plan, using the above scheme helps me to visualize the dental problems and options. As you can see, one tooth has more roots than another. Also, missing three teeth does not necessarily mean you need three dental implants. If the teeth are adjacent, two implants and a 3-teeth bridge could be a cheaper solution.

Speaking of tooth 18 (and 28, 38 and 48)... There exists an interesting Dutch folk etymology that the Dutch word verstandskies is derived from "far-standing" (ver-staand) molar, and that mistranslations of the Dutch word (in which verstand translates to wisdom) are the root for corresponding words in other European languages.

Question: Why did the yogi refuse sedation when having his wisdom teeth removed? Answer: He wanted to transcend-dental-medication.