Oral Surgery Blog for Patients

Pericoronitis is an inflammation and infection of the gum tissue surrounding the third set of molars, also known as your wisdom teeth. If left untreated, pericoronitis can lead to infection spreading beyond the jaw and into the cheek, neck and lymph nodes. In this post, we’ll talk about the early warning signs of pericoronitis and […]

Making the decision to get a dental implant is a big step towards getting your smile back. As a top permanent solution for replacing missing teeth, dental implants look and function just like your natural teeth. In this post, we’ll explain how your oral surgeon decides where to place your implants and how many will […]

Tooth and gum swelling should not be left undiagnosed and untreated. While it could be something as simple as a vitamin deficiency or a sign that it’s time to remove your wisdom teeth, swelling could also be caused by a serious bacterial infection. In this post, we’ll cover the most common signs that your gums […]

Dental implants have been a popular treatment for decades but some people are still misinformed. Here are the five common myths about dental implants and the truth behind the story.

Cosmetic dentistry refers to dental procedures that focus on improving the appearance of your teeth and mouth rather than restorative care. The most common techniques used to improve the look of your smile range from a simple trip to your dentist to a complex outpatient operation with an oral surgeon.

Patient comfort is extremely important when planning an oral surgery. The type of anesthesia required for a painless treatment depends on the type of procedure as well as the patient’s physical and mental well-being. In some cases, numbing just part of the mouth will be enough. On other occasions, the patient must be unconscious during […]

Facial injury can be challenging to overcome. Along with physical pain and a potentially long rehabilitation period, there are emotional issues to be taken into consideration. Facial trauma can affect appearance and reconstruction procedures can be mentally draining. In the event of certain facial traumas, it is vital that a patient sees a maxillofacial surgeon […]

You might be familiar with going to the dentist, but what about an oral surgeon? This post will quickly explain the basic qualifications and procedures of oral surgeons.