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25 Apr Why should I choose an oral surgeon for dental implant placement?

Posted at 16:15h in Oral Surgeon

Different types of dental providers may offer dental implant placement, but your best option is likely to be an experienced oral surgeon. These specialists perform dental implant placements on a regular basis, and their extensive experience with the procedure and focus on surgical interventions in...

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16 Apr Wisdom Teeth: A Guide to Your Third Molars

Posted at 16:01h in Wisdom Teeth

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...

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06 Apr Why is titanium used for dental implants?

Posted at 15:50h in Dental Implants

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...

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26 Mar What is the Recommended Diet After Jaw Surgery?

Posted at 21:34h in Jaw Surgery

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...

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15 Mar How Long Does it Take to Recover From a Dental Bone Graft?

Posted at 21:25h in Bone Grafting

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...

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05 Mar Dental Implants: Enjoy the Health Benefits of a Complete Smile

Posted at 21:18h in Dental Implants

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...

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26 Feb Insufficient Bone: How Bone Grafting Can Help

Posted at 17:54h in Bone Grafting

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...

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15 Feb Why do my wisdom teeth hurt?

Posted at 17:34h in Oral Surgery

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...

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06 Feb How TMJ Disorder is Detrimental to Oral Health

Posted at 17:27h in Oral Surgeon

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...

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26 Jan If I lose a back tooth, will I really miss it?

Posted at 20:33h in Dental Implants

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...

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