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
Caring for your teeth by maintaining a proper oral hygiene regimen is key to preserving your smile. That said, accidents can happen. There are many reasons a person might lose a tooth at some point in life. This is true even if you make every attempt to guard against decay and gum disease. Luckily, losing… Continue Reading
Though you may fear the thought of oral surgery and the recovery process, it doesn’t always involve great amounts of discomfort. Qualified oral surgeons leverage advanced tools and techniques to minimize any pain during and after the procedure. Sometimes oral surgeons prescribe opioid pain medication to help during the recovery period. However, some patients worry… 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
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