There are many reasons you can lose a tooth—even people who are otherwise vigilant about their oral health could lose teeth as a result of an accident. Dental implants make for effective replacement teeth when this happens. Because they function and look just like natural teeth, they can essentially serve as permanent replacements with proper… Continue Reading
Wisdom teeth extraction is a fairly straightforward procedure. Since oral surgeons typically use the latest tools and techniques, patients generally don’t have to worry about experiencing significant discomfort after surgery. That said, there is usually a brief recovery period. During this time, you’ll want to eat soft foods. Your oral surgeon can recommend the best… Continue Reading
Wisdom teeth get their name because they emerge significantly later in life than other adult teeth. Unfortunately, by this point, there often isn’t enough room for them to erupt properly. This can result in a range of potential health problems if the wisdom teeth are not extracted. This is one major reason that it’s important… Continue Reading
Do you ever notice pain or discomfort around your jaw, particularly when undertaking activities that involve opening your mouth wide, such as eating or speaking loudly? Do you find it difficult to open your mouth wide at all? Does it sometimes feel like your jaw is “stuck” in a given position? Perhaps you notice clicking… Continue Reading
When people lose one or more teeth, they may have several options to choose from in the form of artificial replacements. One of the most popular choices is dental implants. Because implants look and function just like natural teeth, they can serve as truly permanent substitutes. That said, you still need to be vigilant about… Continue Reading
Even people who work hard to maintain their oral health can lose teeth at some point in life due to injuries or similar circumstances. Most people make the decision to replace them with some type of false teeth, such as dental implants. Oral surgeons often recommend implants because they are designed to look and function… Continue Reading
Your wisdom teeth are the back molars that erupt later in life than most other adult teeth. That’s how they get their name—they come in when you’re older and “wiser.” Unfortunately, by the time the wisdom teeth erupt, the other adult teeth may be taking up too much space for them to grow in normally.… Continue Reading
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