An incomplete smile takes a toll on our quality of life, self-esteem, and oral health. If you have suffered with total tooth loss, it is important to know there is hope. Teeth in a Day is a great option for meeting the needs of edentulous...
Facial trauma that results from an injury to the jaw, other facial bones or soft oral tissues can have serious consequences for the function and appearance of your smile if it’s not treated promptly and appropriately. People should do everything possible to prevent the kinds of...
Has your dentist recommended that you see an oral surgeon? If so, you might be wondering what an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMS) does and why it is necessary to receive oral surgery from a specialist. An OMS possesses advanced education and training to provide...
Has tooth loss affected your ability to eat your favorite foods? Losing teeth has far-reaching effects on our health. Fortunately, the effects of tooth loss can be rectified with dental implants. These biocompatible prosthetics restore oral function so you can enjoy your favorite foods with...
Do you have an upcoming oral surgery? If so, you might be wondering how you can minimize discomfort. Our oral surgeons will send a take-home packet of instructions after receiving dental implants, bone grafting, wisdom teeth extractions, jaw surgery, and other treatments for facial trauma....
Wisdom teeth aren’t necessary for optimal oral function. In fact, the emergence and retention of wisdom teeth can lead to orofacial discomfort and increased risks for conditions like tooth decay and gum disease. Keeping your wisdom teeth can be problematic. This is why oral health professionals...
Patients may be tempted to postpone replacing a tooth at the rear of the jaw because it isn’t visible when you smile. However, there can be significant consequences for doing so, for both your smile’s appearance and your health and well-being. After experiencing tooth loss, patients...
Osseointegration, the process in which bone tissue in the jaw fuses with a dental implant, is instrumental to the longevity and durability of dental implants. Unfortunately, many patients who want to get dental implants, such as long-term denture wearers who want to upgrade their appliance,...
Your teeth are tremendous tools that help you chew, speak and look good. You may be well-acquainted with your pearly whites and think that you know a lot about this essential body part, but here are some facts that may surprise you. It’s important to...
After a patient undergoes a tooth extraction, such as having the wisdom teeth removed, an empty socket remains where the tooth had previously been. In most cases, that hole will fill in with regenerated tissue over the course of a month after your extraction. Knowing...