Archive for 2016

Treating Facial Injuries Related to Sports

Facial injuries are frequently an unfortunate result of participating in sports. Sports participation offers a variety of health benefits, including improved endurance, strength and flexibility, but the downside is that it sometimes leads to accidents. In many cases, facial injuries are a part of the damage. Wearing the proper protective gear can help prevent many […]

Oral Surgery as an Alternative for Treating Chronic Sleep Apnea

New research indicates that oral surgery can help sleep apnea sufferers for whom other treatment options have been unsuccessful. A continuous positive airway pressure device, commonly known as a CPAP machine, is the most widely used treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. Unfortunately, some patients are unable to tolerate wearing the CPAP mask through the night and ultimately abandon the […]

Good Oral Health Depends on Regular Flossing

Maintaining your oral health starts with brushing your teeth twice daily for 2 minutes or more. But as important as brushing is, flossing is just as crucial. In fact, the American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that you floss at least once per day. Flossing takes just a few minutes, but it can make a big […]

Standard Dental Implants or Teeth in a Day: What’s the Difference?

Dental implants used to be the gold standard for replacing missing teeth, according to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS). Implants not only look, feel and function like natural teeth, but they also help prevent bone loss. They can last a lifetime with proper care, whereas bridges and partial dentures may need […]

Dental Implants & Pregnancy: Do You Have to Wait?

Dental implants are a safe and effective method of replacing missing teeth for virtually any patient who is healthy enough to undergo the procedure. To maintain a healthy smile and prevent bone loss and other oral health problems, missing teeth should be replaced as soon as possible. But what if you’re expecting a baby? Is […]

The Importance of Oral Surgery Consultation

Most patients understandably want to have their oral surgery done as quickly as possible. So is a separate consultation appointment really necessary? With our busy lives, that one extra appointment can be difficult to squeeze in. Our patients often ask why they can’t simply schedule an appointment for their procedure over the phone, especially if […]

Will Your Dental Implants Require a Bone Graft?

In some cases, dental implants require bone grafting prior to setting the posts. The posts require an adequate amount and density of bone tissue in the jaw for support, and grafting or transplanting new bone can help build a solid foundation. Without grafting, many patients would not be candidates for implants. Whether your implants require […]

Do Dental Implants Fare Better with a Sonic Toothbrush?

When you have dental implants, your oral health care is more important than ever. If you don’t keep your new teeth clean enough, problems could develop and you could end up with implant failure. For that reason, many oral surgeons and dental health experts recommend using sonic toothbrushes, which may be preferable to the alternatives. […]

Improve Your Oral Health by Changing These Bad Habits

The benefits of good oral health are well known and espoused by dental professionals the world over. Regular brushing and flossing, routine checkups and cleanings are critical. But what if you do all of that, yet your oral surgeon is still concerned about your oral health? Maybe your teeth are loose or discolored, your enamel […]

How to Avoid Dental Implant Failure

Dental implant failure is quite rare, and you can increase your odds of success by taking a few important precautions. According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS), the success rate of dental implants is more than 95 percent. And when the an experienced and qualified oral surgeon performs the procedure, the […]