Many people feel anxious when told they need to have their wisdom teeth removed. While advanced techniques and tools make it possible for oral surgeons to minimize patients’ discomfort during and after the procedure, it’s understandable that many people still worry in the weeks and days leading up to their appointments. This could be particularly… Continue Reading
Your temporomandibular joint plays an important role in your daily life, even if you don’t know what it is. This joint connects your jaw to key areas of your skull, allowing you to perform such basic daily activities as chewing and talking. However, disorders can impact this joint’s function. This is called a TMD disorder… Continue Reading
When most people are asked to think of the types of treatments and procedures an oral surgeon offers, they’ll typically reply with answers like “wisdom teeth extraction” or “dental implant treatment.” While these are common procedures oral surgeons specialize in, they are by no means the only treatments these professionals offer. An overlooked procedure that… Continue Reading
Tooth loss can happen to anyone. This is true even if you are vigilant about brushing and flossing your teeth every day. Although staying on top of your dental hygiene can go a long way towards protecting your teeth, there are simply some factors you have no control over. For instance, you may not be… Continue Reading
You know it’s important to practice proper oral hygiene if you want to keep all your teeth. Brushing and flossing on a daily basis can help remove bacteria that would otherwise damage your dental tissues. That said, no matter how vigilant you are about maintaining your oral health, it is still possible to lose teeth… Continue Reading
There are many reasons why you might lose a tooth during your lifetime. Even people who are vigilant about their oral health can lose teeth in accidents or other unexpected circumstances. That doesn’t mean they have to live with a compromised smile. In many cases, an oral surgeon can provide such individuals with dental implants.… Continue Reading
Oral surgeons want their patients to remain well long after they’ve undergone treatment. Beyond performing the surgery correctly to avoid complications, this involves only prescribing pain medication when necessary, and only in the appropriate amounts. It’s well known that these medications can be habit-forming, and no oral surgeon wants his or her patients to struggle… Continue Reading
Sleep apnea is a condition in which a person’s breathing stops and starts throughout sleep. If left untreated, it can lead to a wide range of problems, from minor fatigue to serious cardiovascular issues. Luckily, there are treatment methods available. In some cases, an oral surgeon can correct the problem, allowing a patient to enjoy… Continue Reading
Sleep apnea is a condition in which a person’s breathing repeatedly stops and starts at night. Luckily, it is treatable. An oral surgeon can often successfully address the problem. If your physician recommends treatment, you should follow their advice. Sleep apnea is a condition that many patients don’t even realize that they have until they… Continue Reading
Anyone can lose a tooth, for a wide range of potential reasons. Fortunately, oral surgeons can often restore a patient’s smile with dental implants. These false teeth are designed to look and function just like real teeth. They’re custom-made for each patient, so the implants blend in naturally. Best of all, dental implants are long-lasting—with… Continue Reading