What are supernumerary teeth?
Supernumerary teeth are extra teeth that develop in addition to the normal 32. This is a condition called hyperdontia. These extra teeth will most likely lead to crowding, poor oral hygiene, and the need for orthodontic treatments. The development of supernumerary teeth can be seen on x-rays, and our dentists will work to extract these teeth as early as possible. This prevents crowding and shifting. These teeth are most commonly found behind the teeth directly in front of the molars and just behind the upper teeth. They can also be found near the back teeth/wisdom tooth area.
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