Most people think of oral surgery as a fix for teeth. Extractions, implants, or wisdom tooth problems come to mind first. And while that’s part of what we do at Implants & Oral Surgery of Chattanooga, it’s not the whole story. Many patients in Chattanooga, TN are surprised to learn how deeply oral surgery connects…
Dental implants are among the best – if not the absolute best – tooth replacement options. They offer so much more than other options regarding longevity, comfort, and safety. While success rates of dental implants are quite high (reaching more than 95% over 10 years), that rate depends on the proper selection of the case…
When considering a replacement for your missing or lost teeth, many options come to mind. Dentures and bridges are common solutions. However, when considering the success rate, longevity, and comfort, no option is better than dental implants. But, who does dental implant surgery? We’ll answer that question in this article. Dental implants have been around…
If you haven’t chosen a tooth replacement option for your missing teeth yet, then we recommend dental implants. Implants have a lot of advantages over other options. They last longer, look better, feel more comfortable, and require very little follow-up and maintenance. In many cases, placing a dental implant is a routine procedure, usually done…
A bone graft is a common solution for correcting bone loss in your jaw. This is a procedure where the dentist will go in and place materials on your jawbone to repair the areas where there has been bone loss. The material they use for the procedure may be taken from your own body, from…