Archive for the ‘ Wisdom Teeth ’ Category

How can I avoid dry socket after wisdom tooth removal?

If you have a wisdom teeth removal procedure scheduled soon, you might have a few questions about the procedure and how you should go about caring for your mouth during your recovery. One common issue patients have after their procedure is the development of a dry socket, which is preventable with proper care. Following are […]

Wisdom Teeth Extraction: Maintain Your Smile and Quality of Life

Did you know that keeping your wisdom teeth could harm your oral health? Wisdom teeth retention is problematic for many reasons. By keeping your third molars, you increase your risk for periodontal disease, abscesses, and orthodontic problems. Fortunately, extraction is a simple and effective solution for preserving your smile and health. How Wisdom Teeth Affect […]

At What Age Should I Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Have you been asked to schedule an appointment to have your wisdom teeth removed? Wisdom teeth extraction is a very common oral surgery among patients in their late teens and early 20s. Since these teeth are not vital to proper oral function, many dental professionals recommend having them removed to prevent oral complications associated with […]

All-on-4 Implants: The Power of a Brand New Smile

Losing an entire arch of teeth (or both of them) can be a major psychological blow for a patient, and settling for an ill-fitting, uncomfortable prosthetic can make the transition even harder. Although aesthetics are often the primary concern of a patient seeking tooth replacement, it’s important to consider the function of the smile and […]

My wisdom teeth aren’t bothering me. Why should I have them removed?

Many patients think that if they’re not having any problematic symptoms with a wisdom tooth, it’s not necessary to have it removed. Yet, wisdom teeth are particularly prone to becoming impacted because those teeth are so large and the jaw is not big enough to allow them to erupt correctly. Keeping an impacted wisdom tooth […]

All-on-4 Implants: Avoid a lengthy wait time to achieve an attractive smile

Tooth loss makes many patients feel incomplete. When teeth are missing, patients suffer with diminished oral function and often become embarrassed of their appearance. Without teeth, eating food is cumbersome. In the past, addressing tooth loss mostly consisted of prosthetics such as dentures or bridges. While these methods could help ease the suffering associated with […]

What does recovery involve with wisdom teeth extraction?

Have you ever wondered why wisdom teeth so commonly require removal? Wisdom teeth affect oral health in various ways and often require extraction because they come through the gums much later in life than other permanent teeth.  If your dentist has suggested that you visit an oral surgeon for wisdom teeth extraction, our team is […]

Enjoy stability and peace of mind with All-on-4 dental implants

Patients who wear conventional dentures sometimes complain that their appliances don’t fit well, especially as time goes on. That poor fit can create many problems for patients, from limiting their ability to chew well to posing the risk of an embarrassing slip of the appliance. All-on-4 implants can give these patients greater peace of mind. […]

What is a wisdom tooth abscess?

An abscess develops when bacteria are able to access the tooth’s pulp, creating an infection that can easily spread to the bone and possibly elsewhere in the body. Patients who have an abscess will notice significant discomfort. Pus—the byproducts of infection—may also be present, and the infection can create an odor, too. The wisdom teeth […]

Facial Injuries Involving the Teeth and Surrounding Structures

  Facial injuries are problematic for many patients and typically produce significant discomfort. When patients encounter traumatic dental or facial injuries, facial surgery performed by an oral surgeon may be necessary to restore a patient’s oral health and appearance. Unlike other parts of the body, a tooth does not self-heal and when damaged requires professional […]