Wisdom teeth are also known as third molars. These are the teeth at the very back of your mouth, and they are usually the last teeth to erupt (push through the gum line). On average, each person has four wisdom teeth—one on each side on...
Dental implants can be used to replace teeth that are lost due to extraction or decay. They are cemented into the jawbone, which creates a permanent fixture for replacement teeth. Dental implants are the best option for replacing missing teeth because they provide stability and longevity...
When you go to the dentist or oral surgeon, you usually have a goal of improving your dental health. But it’s common to also want to improve the appearance of your smile with the help of a dental professional. So, it makes sense that some...
Maxillofacial trauma is devastating, both physically and emotionally. Once the injuries you've sustained are stabilized, finding a reputable and skilled oral surgeon to perform the needed corrective and restorative surgeries is essential for having the best outcome possible. What is maxillofacial trauma? "Maxillofacial trauma" is used to...
If you are getting All-on-4 to restore your smile after tooth loss, you are likely eagerly anticipating the procedure. For the best results, you will want to be sure to take good care of your smile afterward, as directed by your oral surgeon, so that...
If you are anticipating some type of oral surgery procedure, you are likely to have a number of questions, especially if it’s your first time. Even patients who have undergone oral surgery before may not know what to expect from a different type of intervention. Rest...
When patients need to replace teeth lost to oral disease or injury, they are often concerned with how the restoration will affect their diet. After all, no one is keen on sacrificing their favorite foods if it can be avoided. Fortunately, dental implants offer these patients...
When the wisdom teeth are impacted, which is a common occurrence among modern humans with our relatively small jaws, they can cause discomfort. However, that doesn’t always happen, so patients shouldn’t assume that if they have no pain, their wisdom teeth aren’t impacted. Instead, if your...
The appeal of Teeth in a Day is significant to patients who need to restore their smiles after tooth loss. Not only can you get a complete smile in a single appointment, but that smile is more stable and functional than one that is restored...
Contact sports present significant risks to your oral health if you don’t take good care of your smile while engaging in them. Patients who don’t protect their smiles while playing sports can face significant consequences of facial trauma, which may warrant treatment by an oral...