Have you heard the term “pre-prosthetic surgery?” Maybe you’ve heard that you may need it and are wondering, “what is pre-prosthetic surgery, anyways?” This is a really good question to be asking. Therefore, we’ll look more into this type of oral surgery in the article below. Keep reading to learn more about this vital step…
If you have jaw issues you may have heard the term orthognathic surgery. And, to be honest, it’s a complicated name that has a pretty simple meaning. For those who are wondering, “what is orthognathic surgery?” this article is for you. “Orthognathic” Definition The word orthognathic comes from the Greek words orqos, meaning to straighten,…
To some, oral cancer is in the distant future – for someone else. It’s not something you think much about or concern yourself with. However, if you get a sore in your mouth you may begin to wonder “what are the signs of oral cancer?” It’s a reasonable question, and one worth looking into. Keep…
Oral surgery can make you a bit nervous to think about. But, due to advances in anesthesia, oral surgery is more comfortable than ever these days. You may be wondering: how does oral anesthesia work? Below we’ll go over the options that are available. How Does Oral Anesthesia Work? Anesthesia is a form of medical…
If you’re pregnant or know someone who is you may wonder is it safe to have oral surgery while pregnant? This is a good question we’ll look into further. Is it Safe to Have Oral Surgery While Pregnant? When you’re pregnant you have multiple doctor visits, so you may wonder if oral surgery is something…
When it comes to oral care many of us focus on preventing cavities, but we should also be aware of oral cancer. However, you may wonder … “how can I prevent oral cancer?” We’ll look closer at this below and we’ll also share 5 ways to prevent oral cancer. 5 Ways to Prevent Oral Cancer…
If you’re scheduled for oral surgery it’s a good idea to prepare some questions ahead of time. Below are 5 common questions before oral surgery you can ask your surgeon. We will look at the questions and answers below. 5 Common Questions Before Oral Surgery 1. How Much Experience Does the Oral Surgeon Have? The…
Oral cancer is a killer – and it affects more people than you may realize. However, many people still hold several misconceptions about this disease. Keep reading and we’ll explore 3 myths about oral cancer. 3 Myths About Oral Cancer It’s important to understand oral cancer, the causes and signs of it. There is a…
Have you experienced facial trauma in an accident recently? If so, you may be wondering, “should I see an oral surgeon for facial trauma?” Interestingly, this isn’t an uncommon question. Let’s look into it a bit further together. “Should I See an Oral Surgeon for Facial Trauma?” Facial trauma, which is also called maxillofacial injury,…