Losing teeth is distressing for many patients because speaking and eating is difficult. An incomplete smile is also difficult for patients on a psychological level. It is not out the ordinary for patients to develop a depressed mood or a lack of self-esteem. Some patients may even develop social phobias because they feel embarrassed by
Ask About your Oral Surgeon’s In-Depth Anesthesia Certification
Anesthetic medicine helps our patients feel at ease and comfortable during oral surgery procedures. In fact, anesthesia is used for a number or oral and maxillofacial surgeries including wisdom teeth removal and dental implant placement. Our oral surgeons, Dr. Sherry, Dr. Wallace, Dr. Gannon, and Dr. Lee, possess additional training and education to provide effective
Wisdom Tooth Removal: Reduce the Risk of Periodontal Disease
Unlike other permanent teeth, wisdom teeth emerge in early adulthood. Most patients’ wisdom teeth begin to erupt the gums between the ages of 17 and 25. Because these teeth erupt much later than other teeth, they present a number of issues including discomfort, orthodontic problems, and an increased risk for tooth decay, abscesses, and periodontal
Dental Implants: An Investment Worth Smiling About
Did you know that dental implants, when properly placed and cared for, could last for a lifetime? This is because dental implants are the most durable method of permanent tooth replacement available. At first glance, many patients may reconsider their options after learning the cost of dental implants. However, when consulting with patients, our oral
Steps to Prevent Facial Injuries
A severe injury can end up resulting in a trip to the oral surgeon, so most patients want to do as much as possible to prevent such problems whenever possible. Some steps to prevent facial injuries are quite simple. For example, many patients find themselves visiting an oral surgeon to repair a fractured jaw or
Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics: Purpose and Procedure
Many patients who might benefit from orthodontic treatment are reluctant to consider an intervention that will obscure their smiles for the better part of two years. Who wants to be stuck in metal appliances for such a long period of time? Fortunately, those patients can get straighter smiles with shorter treatment thanks to a special
Can you ever keep your wisdom teeth?
Many people are aware of all of the potential problems that can be associated with wisdom teeth. Because the human jaw has evolved to become narrower, it has less room for the large third molars. Consequently, those teeth often become impacted and fail to erupt. Impacted wisdom teeth can create many issues. They are more
Why Can’t Children Get Dental Implants?
Replacing missing teeth is imperative to restoring oral function, improving a patient’s appearance, and preventing further deterioration of the oral health system. When tooth loss goes unaddressed, patients hold a heightened risk for losing additional teeth and developing jawbone atrophy. Dental implants are the most tooth-like method to replace missing teeth. Replacing both a tooth’s
I Want Dentures: Where Do I Start?
When it comes to missing teeth, it is very important for patients to seek out a replacement method that works for their needs. Dentures, the most common method of addressing tooth loss, have been used for centuries to restore biting function and a patient’s appearance. Today, however, dentures have been improved significantly to offer comfort,
How Do All-on-4 Implants Compare to Traditional Implants?
Dental implants have changed the way that oral surgeons and dental professionals address tooth loss. As the closest thing available to natural teeth, dental implants are a long-lasting, permanent alternative to prosthetic teeth such as traditional dentures and bridges. Dental implants have different applications when replacing teeth. For example, a single dental implant can be
