Posts Tagged ‘ colleyville oral surgery ’

5 Tips for Recovering from Oral Surgery

If you are preparing for oral surgery – whether it is wisdom teeth extraction, implant placement, or some other procedure – you may feel a bit nervous. During the procedure itself, you will be under sedation. Even if you are not fully asleep, you will likely be unaware of what is happening. Therefore, like many […]

Dental Bone Grafting FAQs

1. What is dental bone grafting?  Dental bone grafting is a restorative procedure used to replace missing bone from a patient’s jaw. The bone graft may be made from natural bone from the patient’s body; this is considered the most compatible, least risky material. Oral surgeons, like Dr. Chris Tye, may also use a synthetic […]

Surgery for TMJ: What to Expect

Do you experience limited mobility, discomfort, or stiffness in your jaw? If so, you are not alone. Researchers estimated that up to 40% of people suffer from TMJ disorder. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a hinge-like joint positioned where the jawbone and skull connect, which allows the jaw to slide up and down. The TMJ […]

Colleyville Oral Surgeon: Removing Wisdom Teeth Wisely

  Anthropologists believe that humans have wisdom teeth as an answer to chewing a scavenged diet consisting of sturdy, coarse foods (like leaves, roots, nuts, and meats). The evolution of the modern diet leads to tools like forks and knives and softer foods that have made the need for wisdom teeth nonexistent. Scientists regard wisdom teeth […]

Why should I choose an oral surgeon for my dental surgery?

Dental implant surgery, wisdom teeth extraction, and corrective jaw surgery are just a few of the procedures performed by oral surgeons. If you need any type of dental surgery, an oral surgeon should be the one to do it. General dentists may offer the service you need, but they can’t offer the quality of care […]

Dental Implants: Are they safe?

For patients with missing teeth, dental implant surgery may be recommended. Many patients ask the question: “Are dental implants safe?” Truthfully, dental implants are one of the most beneficial and successful tooth replacement options available. In fact, the success rate is approximately 98 percent when carefully and properly placed.  As an oral surgeon, Dr. Chris Tye, […]

Types of Facial Trauma that Oral Surgery Can Treat

A car accident, bad fall, or sports injury can often cause facial trauma. This trauma is usually emotionally and physically distressing and should be treated by an experienced oral surgeon. Luckily, your local Colleyville oral surgeon, Dr. Chris Tye, has been recognized as a Top Doctor in Fort Worth. Over the course of twenty-five years, Dr. […]

Benefits of Sinus Lift Surgery

  Our Colleyville, TX patients who are seeking dental implants sometimes have inadequate bone density in their upper jawbone. When this happens, the individuals are at an elevated risk for complications if they undergo dental implant placement. In these cases, Dr. Chris Tye may recommend a procedure known as a sinus lift to restore the […]