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Bruxism is a condition in which patients grind their teeth, often without even being aware of it. It often occurs during sleep, and the patient may only realize a problem is present when a sleeping partner alerts them to the fact. This issue can be...

General anesthesia can help patients maintain maximum comfort during oral surgery, but patients often have many questions about this part of their treatment, especially if they’ve not had much experience with surgery. Here are some of the most common questions that we get about general...

If you think that Botox is just for people who want to camouflage their wrinkles, think again. Botox injections actually have a number of medical benefits, including treating headaches and chronic migraines. In fact, Botox injections can actually prevent headaches before they even start. Patients...

Patients who are considering having their wisdom teeth removed may understand the idea of impacted teeth but not realize that there are a number of scenarios for this condition. One of these is a soft tissue impacted tooth, in which there is enough room in...

The loss of a single tooth can be devastating to your smile’s appearance and function. Patients have a number of options for tooth replacement to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the smile, so it’s important to do your research to determine which choice will...

TMJ disorder is a common affliction that can result in debilitating symptoms and severely impacted oral function. A common side effect of TMJ disorder is frequent headaches. This is often caused by tension along the orofacial region and neck. When conservative treatment options such as...

If you have suffered with total tooth loss, you might think that your only option for restoring your smile is with conventional dentures. While dentures are a popular solution to addressing complete tooth loss, patients do have alternatives that can offer unique benefits such as...

Your first appointment with an oral surgeon can feel intimidating if you’ve never been seen by one of these specialists before, so here are a few suggestions to make the process go more smoothly. Keep in mind that a consultation is just a preliminary appointment...