Archive for 2016

For many people, the prospect of undergoing maxillofacial surgery brings about feelings of anxiety, nervousness or even fear. Fortunately, a comfortable and pain-free experience is possible through the use of sedation. Based on the specific procedure you require, a number of safe and effective sedation options are available. Mild Sedation Options for Maxillofacial and Oral […]

Most patients who undergo tooth extraction have a smooth recovery, healing after just a few days. But a small percentage of patients experience complications after extractions. One of the most common is called dry socket, or alveolar osteitis. Patients affected by this phenomenon may suffer mild to severe pain around the extraction site, in many […]

Dental implants are often the solution for missing teeth as they do the best job of replicating the look and feel of natural teeth. Are they a good solution for children who have lost teeth or are missing teeth due to malformations? In most cases, the dental profession advises that they are not a good […]

Do you want to reduce your risk of oral cancer, as well as feel more energetic in the morning? Recent studies show that drinking at least four cups of caffeinated coffee per day can lower your risk for mouth and throat cancer by 49%, while decreasing other oral risks as well. For years, coffee has […]

Dental implants can transform your mouth, but if you are a smoker, you can doom them to failure. In addition, your dentist may not even be willing to install them. Dental implants are manufactured devices to create artificial teeth that look like your own natural teeth. By implanting a titanium screw in your jaw, the […]

Dental implants are a long-term solution to tooth replacement that can produce an instant improvement in appearance. If you select the Teeth-in-a-Day process, once the surgical procedure for implantation is complete, you walk out of the office with temporary teeth that look like permanently installed teeth. These temporary teeth will eventually be replaced by permanent […]

When we recommend oral surgery for a child or teen, parents often ask us about the risks associated with anesthesia. It’s the nature of parents to worry about their kids, and you’re right to want all the details before making any decisions about your child’s dental care. Learning all you can about the procedure as […]

The growing popularity of dental implants may be about to put the denture industry into steep decline. While dentures have long been the traditional choice to replace multiple missing teeth, dental implants offer a number of benefits that dentures do not. According to the American Dental Association, more than 5 million implants are done each […]

Do you think you may be too old for dental implants? Think again. While it might sound surprising, age is not a major factor in determining whether a patient is a good candidate for this revolutionary restoration procedure. What matters most is that you are healthy enough to undergo dental work. Success Rates of Dental […]

Although medical science cannot always prevent you from developing TMJ, we have some tips to help avoid this painful condition as much as possible. TMJ, the common term for temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders, is a painful — yet treatable — condition. If you suffer from TMJ, practicing these self-care strategies may help alleviate your […]