What Are Shark Teeth? Should I Be Worried?

Have you ever heard the term “shark teeth?” If you have, you likely envision those sharp, pointy chompers found on a Great White or Bull shark. However, this particular phrase means something different in the world of pediatric dentistry. If you find yourself brushing your child’s teeth and suddenly discover a small tooth erupting behind their baby teeth, you might feel it is cause for concern. But before you start scrambling to notify your child’s pediatric dentist, read on to learn more about this phenomenon and why you may have nothing to be worried about at all.