Most of us are not born with perfectly straight teeth; and some of us are born with teeth in the wrong position or missing altogether. The most common tooth to erupt improperly is the upper canine. It is not uncommon for one to remain stuck under the gum, requiring surgical exposure to access the tooth and pull it into proper alignment with orthodontics. San Diego periodontist, Dr. Beck-Mayo, is highly skilled at helping your tooth erupt into the proper position. Our 3D conebeam CT machine helps us identify exactly where the tooth is so that the proper procedure is performed, ensuring that the tooth is surrounded by healthy bone and gum.


Contact San Diego’s Experienced Periodontist

As a highly-trained and skilled periodontist, Dr. Beck-Mayo is highly sought after by patients who are suffering from their oral health. Whether you have been told you have periodontal disease, or you have loose or missing teeth that need to be replaced with dental implants, you can trust Dr. Beck-Mayo and her team to support you every step of the way, and make sure you get the high-quality care you deserve. Call her office today to schedule your first appointment!

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Contact Dr. Beck-Mayo’s San Diego office today to schedule a consultation and find out more about exposure of impacted canine. Call (858) 924-0191.

Exposure of Impacted Canines