Many patients wonder why they even have wisdom teeth to begin with and why they often need to be removed. Here’s a general overview of your wisdom teeth and the problems that they can cause if they are impacted. Years ago, when humans foraged and hunted...
Dental implants are unique among tooth replacement appliances because they fill in for the absent root as well as the crown. This is possible due to the biocompatibility of titanium, which is the metal used to make the tiny cylinders placed into the jaw by...
Corrective jaw surgery can be a valuable tool for improving the appearance and function of a patient’s smile, but it does require a certain amount of planning in order to have a smooth recovery period. One aspect of preparation on the patient’s part involves dietary...
Bone grafting may be necessary before an oral surgeon can successfully place dental implants in a patient who has suffered bone loss at the identified implant site. Bone loss commonly occurs after bone loss, and this scenario is most likely to occur in patients who...
When you need to replace a missing tooth, you have multiple treatment options. However, only one - dental implants - provides you with a structurally complete prosthetic tooth consisting of both a crown and a root-like structure. Choosing dental implants for a complete smile gives...
Has tooth loss caused bone atrophy? Perhaps you are looking into dental implants as a tooth replacement option and were told that you lack enough bone to support an implant. Bone loss is incredibly common among people who have lost teeth. There are many other...
Do you experience orofacial pain like tenderness near the back of the mouth or frequent headaches? Perhaps your dentist has informed you that your wisdom teeth have erupted and that you should visit an oral surgeon for wisdom teeth removal. Removing wisdom teeth is an...
A temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder may cause significant discomfort for patients, and this is often the primary complaint that prompts patients to seek treatment for the condition. However, TMJ disorders also have a significant impact on your oral health beyond any pain that you might...
After losing a back tooth, patients may be tempted to just go on about their lives and not replace the tooth. The tooth may not be in a highly visible location, so there is less motivation to pursue restoration because the smile’s appearance is not...
Preventing tooth decay will go a long way in preserving a healthy smile. In the most severe cases of tooth decay, patients may lose teeth and need to undergo an oral surgery procedure, such as tooth extraction or dental implant placement to restore the smile....