- Impacted teeth?
- Relieve your pain
- Protect your existing teeth from shifting
Wisdom Teeth Removal
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About Us
Meet Dr. Robert (Bob) Letnick
Dr. (Bob) Robert Letnick
Dr. Robert (Bob) Letnick, general dentist, loves working with people and his hands.
Education
Dr. Bob graduated from McGill University in 1982 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.
Treatment Philosophy
When it comes to how he provides dental care, Dr. Bob is a big believer in doing things right the first time. As a general dentist, he provides a wide array of services, but his favourite aspects of his job include surgery, cosmetic treatments, and smile rejuvenation.
Interests
Outside of the office, Dr. Bob enjoys travelling, hiking, cycling, going to the movies, and seeing his grandchildren. He’s also an avid gardener. Just ask about his indoor houseplant jungle in his apartment! During the COVID-19 shutdown, Dr. Bob continued to support his patients by providing emergency dental services. He has three kids – Michelle, a computer science graduate of UBC; Lisa, a realtor; and Christopher, a computer engineer. Dr. Bob grew up in Montreal but has lived in Fraser Valley for more than three decades.
Complications Of Wisdom Teeth Emerge When They Become…
- Trapped – Sometimes, wisdom teeth become trapped in the jawbone below the gumline. When it happens, aching and pain will occur. You cannot diagnose this yourself as the positioning of the wisdom teeth can only be seen with the aid of x-rays.
- Sideways – This is when the wisdom tooth wants to erupt, but it’s positioned to grow sideways and push forward against the second molar. Again, great discomfort and pain. This can cause other teeth to give way and shift position, possibly disrupting the alignment of all your teeth, not just the ones at the back of your mouth.
- Partially erupted – The tooth’s crown may only partially break through the gum, as it can be held back by the already-in-place second molars. Often, the molar may not put pressure on its neighbors. But it is very difficult to clean and impossible to floss, leaving it susceptible to serious decay and infection further down the road.
- Misplaced – A wisdom tooth may remain in the bone with misshapen or misplaced roots that can grow dangerously close to a sinus cavity.