Oral Surgery Blog for Patients

Feeling apprehensive about oral surgery is a natural reaction. Here are a few tips to help calm your nerves and get you ready for the day of your appointment. Ask lots of questions during your consultation Learning more about your oral surgery is the best way to feel confident in your choice. Don’t miss out […]

When it comes to replacing missing teeth, implants offer benefits no other restoration treatment option can match. 1. A permanent solution Other tooth replacement options often require repairs over time, but dental implants are engineered to last for the rest of your life. 2. A natural-looking smile Modern enhancements in crown manufacturing mean your replacement […]

Permanently renewing your smile with dental implants is a great way to return your mouth to its full, natural working condition, but just like any other surgery, you’ll need to give your body a little time to recuperate. Recovery time will vary from patient to patient, but here’s a rough idea of what to expect […]

Impacted wisdom teeth are caused when the third row of molars fail to emerge all the way through the gum line. When teeth are impacted, they are trapped between the gum tissue and jawbone and must be extracted in order to prevent damage, discomfort or other health concerns. In this post, we’ll explain the four […]

Here are five benefits to removing your wisdom teeth before a problem arises. 1. Less crowding lowers the risk of future orthodontic issues When wisdom teeth erupt from the gums and grow into your mouth, other teeth can be gradually be pushed out of the way. Misalignment can lead to the need for braces or […]

If your upcoming oral surgery requires anesthesia, you might be wondering what to expect from the experience. In this post, we’ll answer some common questions and discuss the process. What is the difference between local and IV sedation? Unlike local anesthesia, which is applied at the treatment site to numb the area and used while […]

To best reduce discomfort and avoid complications following wisdom tooth extraction, here’s a simple list of dos and don’ts for wisdom tooth extraction aftercare. Do use the gauze provided The blood clots that form immediately after your surgery are important to the rest of your healing process. It’s important to take the opportunity to slow […]

When your third molars (wisdom teeth) don’t have enough room in your jaw to emerge, they can become stuck in place, either partially through or fully below the gumline and thus called “impacted”. This condition can lead to a number of oral health concerns. Here are the most common issues caused by impacted wisdom teeth. […]

Impacted wisdom teeth are third molars that are unable to break through the gumline and grow into place due to the size of your jaw or the angle of the tooth. If left untreated, impacted wisdom teeth can lead to potentially serious oral health issues, including damage to your other teeth, infection and severe discomfort. […]

If you have osteoporosis, you might be wondering if it’s still possible to receive dental implants to replace missing teeth. The good news is that osteoporosis does not automatically disqualify you as a candidate for implants. What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a skeletal disease that leads to a decrease in bone mineral density and deterioration […]