Archive for 2017

Can dental implants cause you to have an allergic reaction? Implants are widely considered to be the best option to replace missing teeth, as they look, feel and function just like natural teeth. But while implant surgery is appropriate for most patients, not everyone is a candidate. Fortunately we have good news, even for those […]

The wisdom tooth removal process itself makes many patients squeamish. In fact, you may not want to know details about the procedure. But if you’re like most of our patients, you have questions about what to expect afterward. One of the most common questions we’re asked involves the extraction site and what to expect from […]

Oral surgeons across the country, along with the American Dental Association, want parents to keep National Children’s Dental Health Month in mind this February. “Choose Tap Water for a Sparkling Smile” is the theme for this year. Bottled water may be popular, but tap water can be a better choice for your children’s oral health. […]

Oral surgery is a specialized field of dentistry that focuses on diagnosing and treating diseases, defects and injuries in the face and jaw, or the maxillofacial area. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons perform a wide variety of treatments. The three most common surgical procedures provided today at Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of Utah are tooth extractions, […]

Is it true that your oral hygiene can improve if you chew gum? Most products found in the candy aisle at the grocery store aren’t exactly good for your mouth. Eating sugary treats can create the ideal environment for decay-causing bacteria to thrive, leading to plaque, cavities and a loss of critical tooth minerals. However, […]

Dental implant surgery has a success rate of up to 98 percent when performed by an experienced oral surgeon, according to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. However, recent research from the Faculty of Dentistry at McGill University in Montreal, Canada, indicates that two commonly prescribed medications can have an effect on the […]

Which dental issues are handled by oral surgeons, and which are typically treated by orthodontists? If you’re not sure, you’re not alone. Dental specialties can be confusing, and many patients don’t know which type of professional they should see for different dental problems. Oral surgeons and orthodontists each specialize in specific aspects of dental care […]

Most patients recover from wisdom tooth removal in just a few days, but complete healing of the gums can take three to four weeks. However, the way you care for yourself after having your wisdom teeth removed can make a big difference in the length of your recovery. If you want to heal quickly — […]

Periodontal disease is a problem for more than 47 percent of adults aged 30 or over, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In older adults, the condition is much more common, occurring in roughly 70 percent of people age 65 or older. Research has long linked periodontal disease to bone loss in […]

Good oral health care is important for everyone, but for cancer patients, taking care of the mouth is even more critical. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), more than 30 percent of patients who are treated for cancer develop oral complications. Radiation and chemotherapy can profoundly affect oral tissues, resulting […]