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You may have heard that wisdom tooth removal can cause nerve damage or other complications, but any associated risk is negligible. While damage to the nerve and other medical complications can occur in rare cases, most do not result in any serious issues. This routine dental procedure does have some risks, however. Damage to the […]

If you are considering getting dental implants to replace your missing teeth, you probably have many questions. This revolutionary procedure is ideal for so many of our patients, and it’s the one our office receives the most calls about…

You may need dental implants for tooth loss if you grind your teeth at night. If it is happening frequently and you are starting to experience dental issues, it may be time to find out more about bruxism and how dental implants could be the solution to the dental issues you are experiencing. What is […]

Facial surgeons understand that the nature of facial bone injuries is sudden and unexpected, and for those reasons patients are often caught off guard about where to go for help. With so many different types of specialized doctors and surgeons, being overwhelmed by the options available is not uncommon. Understanding the nature of these types […]

If you have TMJ symptoms, it’s important to understand these red flags and warning signs of a potentially serious problem. Temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders, a.k.a. TMJ disorders or TMD, affect facial muscles and the joints that connect the jaw to the skull. Take a look at the following warning signs to determine whether this […]

Having a tooth extraction of one or more teeth is a very common dental procedure, yet few people understand the importance of bone and socket preservation after the fact. Every day thousands of patients have a tooth extracted due to periodontal disease, infection, or trauma. While tooth extraction is straightforward, what happens inside the tooth […]

Using oral pathology to diagnose leukoplakia may be in your future if a bothersome white patch inside your mouth sends you to see an oral surgeon. Like many, it might be the first time you have heard that term. While the unknown can be scary, there is a lot you can learn about leukoplakia, including […]

Jawbone grafting is commonly required for dental implant patients, but it’s certainly nothing to fear! Many dental restorations, especially permanent implants, require an adequate volume of bone tissue in the jaw to provide the necessary support. Unfortunately, aging, tooth loss and gum disease are just some of the factors that can contribute to bone loss. […]

In many cases, oral surgery may be required to prepare your mouth for dental implants, dentures or another type of prosthetic device. Some patients require minor procedures to ensure the stability and comfort of a dental prosthesis, as well as a pleasing visual outcome. Pre-prosthetic surgery takes care of any problems in your mouth and […]

Oral and oropharyngeal cancer strike 45,000 people annually in the United States, according to the National Cancer Institute (NCI). That figure jumps to more than 450,000 when you consider new diagnoses worldwide. Also called oral cavity cancer, oral cancer starts in the mouth; if the disease starts in the throat instead, it is referred to […]