The Practice of Dr Christopher Tye

What’s a bone graft, and why do I need one?

Gone are the days when tooth loss meant a permanent gap in your smile. Today, when you experience tooth loss due to trauma, injury, or decay, your Euless oral surgeon can place a dental implant to restore your missing tooth root and give you back a strong bite and beautiful smile. Before dental implant treatment […]

Posted by Dr. Chris L. Tye, MD, DDS on Mar 26th, 2019 12:47 pm
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The Importance of Selecting a “Board-Certified” Oral Surgeon

Oral surgeons are highly specialized dental and medical professionals, who can offer experience, skill, and advanced training that general dentists cannot. (We talk more about why you should choose an oral surgeon for your specialized oral treatment here.) However, when searching for a Southlake, Colleyville, or Euless oral surgeon, it’s important to choose one who […]

Posted by Dr. Chris L. Tye, MD, DDS on Mar 13th, 2019 11:52 am
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Can an oral surgeon administer anesthesia?

For many oral surgery procedures, Dr. Chris Tye or your local oral surgeon will use sedation medications. These not only improve the patient experience, but help the surgeon to complete the procedure more quickly and effectively, since sedated patients are less likely to squirm in the dental chair. But some patients wonder if their oral […]

Posted by Dr. Chris L. Tye, MD, DDS on Mar 6th, 2019 6:12 pm
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How to Prepare for Wisdom Teeth Removal

As Benjamin Franklin once said, “an ounce of preparation is worth a pound of cure.” He could have very well been talking about wisdom teeth removal! If you or a loved one are scheduled for a wisdom teeth removal procedure with Dr. Chris Tye, there are steps you can take before the removal to ensure […]

Posted by Dr. Chris L. Tye, MD, DDS on Feb 28th, 2019 12:42 am
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Dreadful “Dry Sockets”: 4 Ways to Prevent Them

Dry socket is a painful condition that occurs when the blood clot inside a dental extraction site either: dissolves does not correctly form, or becomes prematurely dislodged The blood clot formed after a dental extraction is necessary in order for the site to heal correctly. Dry sockets are a very painful condition that can sometimes […]

Posted by Dr. Chris L. Tye, MD, DDS on Feb 19th, 2019 8:42 pm
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The Many Benefits of Dental Implants

Dental implants were first introduced over 30 years ago, and even today, remain the most reliable and successful restorative treatment for missing teeth. But you may be wondering just why dental implants are so beneficial for missing teeth. Below, we’re discussing the top six reasons why Dr. Chris Tye and our team restore missing teeth […]

Posted by Dr. Chris L. Tye, MD, DDS on Feb 12th, 2019 3:24 pm
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How to Emotionally Prepare for All-on-4Ⓡ Dental Implants

Plenty of articles address many aspects of All-on-4Ⓡ dental implants. However, most do not discuss tips to help you prepare emotionally for the reality of having a new, beautiful, full smile. If you are considering All-on-4 treatment, this article will help you prepare for your upcoming surgery with Dr. Chris Tye. Need to set up […]

Posted by Dr. Chris L. Tye, MD, DDS on Jan 23rd, 2019 1:20 pm
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Common Types of Oral Surgeries and Expected Recovery Times

Following an oral surgery procedure, recovery should be your top priority. Recovery times vary depending on the type of operation performed. Whether healing from a tooth extraction, dental implant, or other type of minor surgery, Dr. Chris Tye and his team in Colleyville, TX will develop a personalized recovery plan based on your needs. Contact […]

Posted by Dr. Chris L. Tye, MD, DDS on Jan 16th, 2019 4:22 pm
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Reducing the Barriers to Receiving Dental Implants

Have you considered finding the best oral surgeon in the Southlake, TX area to place your dental implants? Congratulations! When you have a missing tooth, a dental implant can provide a stable, lifelike replacement for decades with proper care. Although many individuals are immediate candidates for dental implant placement, you may be told by Dr. […]

Posted by Dr. Chris L. Tye, MD, DDS on Jan 13th, 2019 8:36 pm
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Know the Warning Signs of an Abscess

Your mouth hurts on and off, but you decide to live with the discomfort. After all, how bad could it the problem be? Isn’t it possible that a toothache will go away on its own? Many individuals feel awkward going to the dentist when something is wrong, but it is the right step. Otherwise, an […]

Posted by Dr. Chris L. Tye, MD, DDS on Jan 3rd, 2019 12:44 am
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