Has tooth loss left you feeling incomplete and insecure? If so, reviewing your tooth replacement options can get you on the right path to restoring your smile. Today’s patients have a few options for tooth replacement but not all are created equal. When it comes to replicating the appearance and function of natural teeth, dental…
DetailsIf you have an upcoming oral surgery such as wisdom teeth extraction or dental implant placement, you might have heard something about sedation dentistry. Our oral surgeon administers sedation dentistry to enhance patient care. Following are answers to common questions about dental sedation. What is sedation dentistry? Sedation dentistry is used to improve patient comfort…
DetailsIt is quite common for a patient’s wisdom teeth to become impacted as their smile develops. Because impacted wisdom teeth can cause multiple issues, many of these patients will choose to work with an oral surgeon to have their wisdom teeth extracted. Why do wisdom teeth become impacted? The wisdom teeth, which are also known…
DetailsWhen you need to replace a missing tooth, there are many considerations when choosing a tooth replacement solution. For example, patients typically want to restore a beautiful smile with a functional tooth replacement. Dental implants can help achieve this goal. This innovative dental technology has transformed the practice of restoring smiles after tooth loss. An…
DetailsOur oral surgeon takes our patients’ comfort very seriously. Since our practice provides a number of oral and maxillofacial surgery treatments including bone grafting, dental implants placement, and wisdom teeth removal, it’s important to ensure that our guests are relaxed and comfortable during treatment. We offer sedation dentistry for ideal emotional and physical comfort. Sedation…
DetailsHas your dentist recommended that you visit an oral surgeon for wisdom teeth extraction? If so, it is important to act quickly. Keeping your wisdom teeth could lead to serious oral health problems and a reduced quality of life. Following you’ll find answers to common questions about this necessary procedure. What are wisdom teeth and…
DetailsBefore dental implants were widely available, patients had to settle for tooth replacements that were structurally incomplete and often inadequate. Standard fixed dental bridges and dentures would lose their fit as the jawbone slowly eroded. They often required patients to adjust their dietary intake significantly because the appliances were ineffective at chewing some types of…
DetailsSedation dentistry is a comfort amenity that promotes a relaxed and positive experience for oral health treatments. Using sedatives and anesthetic medication greatly improves physical and emotional comfort – especially for longer, more invasive procedures like wisdom teeth removal, bone grafting, and the placement of dental implants. Our oral surgeon administers different kinds of sedation,…
DetailsTeeth become impacted when they cannot erupt properly into the smile. The impaction may occur in the bone or in the soft tissue. A soft tissue impacted tooth has emerged through the bone but continues to be covered by gum tissue. Wisdom teeth are particularly prone to this issue, as many people do not…
DetailsCongenitally missing teeth are not that uncommon. There are multiple solutions; your dentist will consult with you to determine the best course of action. In many cases, wonderful success has been enjoyed through the use of dental implants. Of course, there are many considerations that go into the decision … how big is the opening…
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