It may go without saying that wisdom teeth and braces are potentially two of the most uncomfortable dental procedures you can have. And many people wonder how wisdom teeth interact with braces. There’s good reason for that. You’ll spend a lot of money, time, and not-so-fun moments dealing with your braces. The last thing you…
Dental implants are a way for you to have natural looking teeth – and the luxury of being able to eat the foods you enjoy. Implants can also offer people an alternative to dentures or bridgework that doesn’t fit very well. However, one question tends to come up. “How many doctors will I need for…
When you get your wisdom teeth removed, it doesn’t have to be an overly stressful experience – even though it’s painful. But it really does help to know what to expect when it comes to certain things. Wisdom teeth stitches and gauze are just one of those things. Keep reading – we’ll go over what…
There are more dental implant pros than cons. However, we still teach our patients how to avoid dental implant rejection. Because, unfortunately dental implant failure does occasionally happen. And that’s not pleasant for anyone, least of all the patient. Even though the success rate is over 95 percent, we don’t want to take it for…
The sound or feeling of a cracked tooth is never a good thing! But what if it’s not a tooth? If you have a dental implant, you may find yourself wondering, “What if my dental implant breaks? What do I do?” Just like regular teeth, dental implants are made to be very strong. But, also like regular…
If you think you may need corrective jaw surgery, risks and rewards are naturally at the heart of your decision. And, it’s an important decision! For example, corrective jaw surgery covers a range of skeletal and/or dental irregularities. These can include major misalignments of the jaw or teeth. And jaw misalignment can cause pain, or even lead to TMJ disorder. An important…
Do you suffer from sleep apnea, and haven’t found a treatment that works? Oral surgery for sleep apnea may be the answer. Close to 18 million Americans report suffering from the sleep disorder, where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. There are several forms of sleep apnea, some mild. However, serious side effects can…
Many people think “teeth” when they hear “oral surgery” – and they’re not wrong. But, around 10 million Americans are affected by TMJ, or temporomandibular joint, disorder. This painful condition affects the motion of the jaw joint that is responsible for chewing, speaking, and eating. How can oral surgery help TMJ disorder? If your…
After your wisdom teeth removal, your oral surgeon will give you careful instructions for post-surgery recovery, including how to avoid dry socket. Dry socket occurs when the blood clot that forms over the socket (the hole in the jawbone where your tooth has been removed) becomes dislodged. Without this protective clot, the socket will be…