Archive for 2026

Swelling After Tooth Extractions: Expectations and Signs of Infection

If you have a tooth extraction scheduled, you may be wondering how you’ll heal after the procedure. Patients often ask us if they will have “chipmunk cheeks” after a tooth extraction. The truth is, any oral surgery has the potential to trigger swelling. The amount varies from person to person, but your face may swell […]

Can You Remove all Your Wisdom Teeth at Once?

If you’re about to undergo wisdom teeth extraction, you may be worried about having all four of them removed at once. Isn’t it safer and less painful to perform the surgery throughout multiple appointments? Not necessarily.  Find out more about wisdom teeth growth and extraction. Information on Wisdom Teeth Wisdom teeth, also known as third […]

Can I Drive After a Tooth Extraction?

Medical procedures come with their share of questions in order to plan ahead, and the same is true for getting a tooth extraction without sedation. Do I need to take time off of work or school? How long will the procedure take? Can I drive myself to and from the appointment? The answer to whether […]

Oral Cancer vs Canker Sores: Signs & Symptoms

Oral cancer can pose a serious health risk. Consequently, many patients become concerned when they develop unusual spots or sores in the mouth. Although ulcers and lesions in the mouth are often canker sores — which are relatively harmless — some can be oral cancer. Finding a sore in your mouth can be scary, and you may not know whether to […]

Signs and Dangers of a Dead Tooth

A dead tooth is one that no longer has living nerves and tissue inside. Oral surgeons say nearly all non-vital teeth require professional treatment. You might not experience any pain when a tooth dies. If that’s the case, you may be tempted to just leave it in place. Going that route is risky, however, as keeping non-vital […]