Oral Surgery Blog for Patients
The history of All-on-4 dental implants
The ability to replace an entire arch of teeth using just 4 titanium rods is a marvel of modern dentistry. This treatment, called “All-on-4”, did not happen overnight but rather evolved from several breakthroughs in dentistry.
Understanding TMJ treatment options
The temporomandibular joints connect your jaw to your skull. You use these joints every time you talk and eat. Since we use these joints so much, it’s not surprising that many people experience pain at some time in their life in the area of these joints.
Facial implants vs. fillers
The ability to erase fine lines and wrinkles is a wonder of modern cosmetic surgery–but choosing between dermal fillers and facial implants can be a challenging decision. Fillers produce great temporary results at a price that’s a fraction of what patients invest in implants. But cost aside, facial implants are a preferred long-term choice.
The Most Common Types of Bone Grafting
Bone grafting has become so common, most patients have encountered the term at least once before entering our office. But delving deeper into some of the additional types of bone grafting will give you a better appreciation of this amazing procedure. What is Bone Grafting? Bone grafting is the process of using natural or synthetic […]
How Does Facial Bone Contouring Work?
Whether a patient is looking to achieve facial balance and harmony, highlight a positive element or downplay one, the beauty of facial contouring compared to other surgeries is that small alterations can lead to big results. If you’re considering reinventing your profile, it’s a good idea to first familiarize yourself with how facial bone contouring […]
Small, medium & large: A simple guide to bone grafts
Oral surgical procedures such as dental implants make it possible to restore one or all of a patient’s missing teeth in just one day. However, not everyone is an immediate candidate for this type of restorative solution. In cases where patients have experienced major bone loss, grafts must be completed first in order to strengthen […]
How to decrease the risk of oral cancer
While no cancer is 100% preventable, there are a number of precautionary measures you can take to lower your personal risk of oral cancer. Eliminate tobacco consumption It’s no secret that smoking or chewing tobacco can lead to cancer. Approximately 75% of all oral cancer patients over the age of 50 are tobacco users. Habitual […]
FAQs: Wisdom Teeth
Patients always wonder why it is recommended that they get their wisdom teeth extracted, or why they even have wisdom teeth in the first place! We always want our patients to be in the know and have all of their questions answered. It is important to understand the benefits of having your wisdom teeth extracted. […]
What to expect from a tooth extraction
Getting ready for a tooth extraction can be a nerve wracking experience for a first timer but understanding the ins and outs of what to expect ahead of time can help put you at ease. Having a tooth pulled is a very common dental procedure used to treat damaged, broken, heavily decayed or infected teeth. […]
What is All-on-4?
Also referred to as ‘implant supported dentures’, All-on-4 is a permanent tooth replacement solution designed for patients needing a full-arch of new teeth. The process is simple. A fully-functional prosthesis is attached to 4 screw-retained titanium implant posts embedded in the jawbone to install an immediately capable set of teeth. Patients receiving the treatment are […]
