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16 Jun Dental Implants for Renewed Self-confidence and Peace of Mind

Posted at 17:31h in Dental Implants

One unfortunate consequence of tooth loss is a significant negative impact on the patient’s self-confidence. Patients may also have concerns that the replacement tooth won’t hold up well or it will fall far short of replicating the functionality of the natural tooth. Fortunately, dental implants...

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05 Jun I have jaw pain after a fall…What should I do?

Posted at 17:24h in Jaw Surgery

Falls are among the most common causes of facial fractures that may require a surgical intervention to repair. If you have lingering pain in your jaw after a fall, you should be evaluated by an oral surgeon to determine the most appropriate treatment. After your injury,...

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25 May I’m Postponing Dental Treatment Because It’s Not Bothering Me

Posted at 17:49h in Wisdom Teeth

Have you been told by a dentist or orthodontist that you require specialized oral health treatment such as the extraction of wisdom teeth? Are you postponing treatment because you feel it is unnecessary? Most of the time, a procedure is recommended because it will benefit...

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15 May Ask about Your Oral Surgeon’s In-Depth Anesthesia Certification

Posted at 17:29h in Oral Surgeon

Did you know that an oral surgeon can receive additional education and training for anesthesia certification? Since oral and maxillofacial surgeons perform procedures such as placing dental implants, bone grafting, wisdom teeth extractions, and jaw surgery, anesthetic medicine is often used to promote patient comfort...

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04 May Tooth Loss Due to Injury: What is the best tooth replacement solution?

Posted at 17:24h in Dental Implants

Losing a tooth in adulthood due to facial trauma or injury is many people’s worst nightmare. Unlike childhood, where tooth loss is a celebration of growing up, losing a tooth as an adult is anything but celebratory. In fact, it’s quite traumatic. Fortunately, major strides...

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24 Apr Wisdom Teeth Removal: Stop Health Problems Before They Start

Posted at 17:35h in Wisdom Teeth

Have you ever wondered why patients have their wisdom teeth removed even when those teeth aren’t causing trouble? Unfortunately, impacted wisdom teeth can cause a variety of oral health issues at any time. Therefore, many patients opt to have these potentially problematic teeth extracted as...

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15 Apr Will I need to have teeth extracted prior to getting braces?

Posted at 17:26h in Tooth Extraction

In patients with severe crowding of the teeth, tooth extraction may be necessary before a patient can get braces to re-align the smile. Extraction may also be recommended as part of correcting a malocclusion, to address protruding teeth or to remove impacted teeth. If you need...

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03 Apr What is oral pathology?

Posted at 17:03h in Oral Surgery

Oral pathology is the branch of dental science that focuses on diagnosing oral diseases and gathering the necessary information that will shape the subsequent treatment plan. Patients with suspicious lumps or lesions in the hard or soft tissues of the mouth can consult with an...

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25 Mar All-on-4 Implants: The Power of a Brand New Smile

Posted at 17:21h in All-on-4

Losing teeth is a life-changing event that leaves many people distressed about their health and appearance. From depression to malnutrition, patients with an incomplete smile suffer with daily difficulties. Eating meals and pronouncing words becomes arduous, and with lost teeth, many folks become embarrassed of...

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16 Mar TMJ Disorder: Signs and Symptoms

Posted at 17:15h in Oral Surgery

Does your jaw make a popping sound when you open your mouth? Do you suffer with inexplicable facial pain or frequent headaches? If you answered yes to these questions, you could have TMJ disorder, a common oral health condition that affects mouth movement and oral...

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