Oral Disease

Pericoronitis-Wisdom-Tooth

Pericoronitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Pericoronitis is a condition that occurs when the gum tissue around your wisdom teeth becomes inflamed, irritated, and, in many cases, infected. It most often occurs when the tooth is partially erupted, and can cause pain, swelling, and bad breath. Infection is common with pericoronitis, and quick treatment is essential to prevent further complications. What […]

The Negative Effects of Smoking on Dental Implants

There’s no question that smoking is bad for your health and harms every organ of the body, but our patients here at Bergen Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery who smoke often want to understand exactly how smoking affects the chances for successful dental implant surgery. Put simply, smoking has adverse effects on oral health for obvious […]