Archive for the ‘ Oral Surgery ’ Category

Sleep Apnea: Are There Health Risks?

Sleep apnea, in which a person stops breathing repeatedly during sleep, doesn’t just reduce your quality of life. It’s also been linked with serious health risks, like high blood pressure, stroke and heart issues. This condition also may cause morning headaches and daytime drowsiness, which can interfere with your ability to focus on your work […]

Will Sleep Apnea Go Away with Time?

Sleep apnea is a problematic disorder that essentially prevents a patient from receiving proper rest during sleeping hours. Caused oral and nasal passageway obstructions, sleep apnea can be treated a number of ways and treatment is often tailored to a patient’s unique needs after determining the underlying cause of this sleep disorder. Obstructive sleep apnea […]

Tips to Prevent Tooth Injuries

While it is true that accidents can happen, our oral surgeon strongly encourages patients to take precautionary measures to protect teeth and gums. Traumatic tooth injuries often require corrective dental surgery or the need for replacement teeth such as implants. Unlike bone or connective tissue, a tooth cannot self-repair. When a tooth is injured, professional […]

I have mild sleep apnea: Should I still seek treatment?

A sleep disorder that impedes a patient from receiving proper rest, sleep apnea causes fatigue and diminishes cognitive function. Even mild cases of sleep apnea contribute to sleep deprivation and a reduced quality of life. Furthermore, research has linked this sleep disorder with health conditions such as stroke, heart attack, and depression. Our oral surgeon […]

3D Imaging Technology Can Enhance Patient Care

In the past, planning for dental surgery required an oral surgeon to rely on a two-dimensional image of a patient’s facial bone structure obtained through a traditional x-ray. This did not create an ideal scenario for treatment planning, and oral surgeons often encountered some unexpected aspects of the surgical site, which required adjustments mid-procedure. Now, […]

What to Expect after Dental Surgery

Some people get anxious when facing dental surgery because they don’t know what to expect. Discussing details of the surgery and recovery with your oral surgeon in advance can put your mind at ease. As with any surgical procedure, dental surgery requires a certain recovery period. The length of time will depend on the specific […]

Do I Have Sleep Apnea if I Snore?

Snoring can affect a patient’s ability to sleep restfully and even those within hearing distance—especially if snoring is loud and impairing a patient’s ability to breathe properly during rest. Furthermore, snoring is sometimes an indication of a more serious sleep condition known as Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). While snoring doesn’t always accompany this disorder, patient […]

Conditions Treated by an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

You wouldn’t go to an oral and maxillofacial surgeon for a filling or teeth whitening, but your surgeon’s office should certainly be your destination of choice for a long list of other health conditions that involve your head, neck, mouth, and face. From dental surgery to reconstructive cosmetic surgery, your oral surgeon offers the clinical […]

TMJ Disorder: When is surgery necessary?

Disorders of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), more commonly known as the jaw, can cause significant discomfort for patients. This joint is a complex one, composed of several parts that all must work in concert to facilitate the vertical and lateral movements required of our jaws. With all of these moving parts, even a minor malfunction […]

Mouth Devices for Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea occurs when you stop breathing for brief periods of time while you are sleeping. Apnea can lead to numerous symptoms including persistent fatigue, flu-like symptoms, and even memory and mood issues. One way to treat apnea is with oral orthotics. Treating Sleep Apnea with Orthotics The most common cause of sleep apnea is […]