Oral Surgery Blog for Patients
8 things you didn’t know about oral surgeons
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.
When to Get Dental Implants: The Sooner The Better
Dental implants are designed to function like natural teeth, providing stability and comfort that other options, like dentures, may not offer. They can significantly improve your quality of life by allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence. Even with all of the benefits dental implants, offer, some people postpone treatment to correct missing […]
Common questions about bone grafts
Bone grafting is something that most patients have never heard of until they need one. While it might sound quite intense, it’s usually a very simple surgery. Here are some of the common questions patients have about the procedure.
Can you extract wisdom teeth during pregnancy?
Years ago, dentists wouldn’t normally treat women during pregnancy. This is not the case today but pregnant women can still be confused when it comes to receiving dental care. Routine procedures such as cavity fillings, crowns, root canals and wisdom tooth extractions are safe during pregnancy.
Proper postop care for dental implants
Follow these simple tips to heal as quickly as possible following dental implant surgery.
Five things you didn’t know about bone grafting
If you’ve been missing one or more teeth for a long time and are considering a dental implant, there’s a chance your dentist or oral surgeon has brought up the subject of bone grafting. A modern dental procedure used to increase jawbone volume, a bone graft can make a dental implant possible even after years […]
A simple guide to making wisdom tooth extraction as easy as possible
Having your wisdom teeth extracted is a rite of passage few look forward to. But why not take control and do everything you can to make the procedure go as smoothly as possible? Here are a few tips to get you started.
Are you a candidate for jaw surgery?
Dealing with a misaligned jaw or misaligned teeth can be frustrating and uncomfortable. Along with potential self-esteem issues related to the way your jawline or smile looks, legitimate medical concerns with chewing, speaking or TMJ pain can also exist. While any given patient’s candidacy for jaw (“orthognathic”) surgery must be discussed in detail with an […]
Sinus lift and ridge expansion: preparing for dental implants
Some patients that are considering dental implants to restore their smile may discover they have insufficient bone to support the procedure, often due to deterioration. However, these patients can receive implants by preparing their mouths through appropriate treatment. Sinus lifts and ridge expansions are two popular options for promoting the bone growth needed for implants.
What is emergency tooth extraction?
Having a tooth extracted is usually an easy dental visit. But certain situations can call for an emergency procedure. Here are some of the most common causes of an emergency tooth extraction.
