Who Can Get Dental Implants? What You Need to Know Before Surgery Dental implants are widely considered the gold standard for tooth replacement. Unlike dentures or bridges, implants replace both the missing tooth and the root, preventing jawbone deterioration and providing a permanent, natural-looking smile. But who can actually get dental implants? While the short…
What Is an Impacted Wisdom Tooth? An impacted wisdom tooth is a third molar that cannot fully come into the mouth. It may be blocked by bone, gum tissue, another tooth, or limited space in the jaw. Some impacted wisdom teeth cause pain, swelling, infection, or pressure. Others cause no obvious symptoms at all. That…
It can be a scary time if an oral surgeon has diagnosed you or someone you know with oral cancer. As a result, you may be wondering: “What’s the next step? What is oral cancer treatment?” We’ll look into these questions below. After an exam and tests with your dentist or doctor, your surgeon will…
The signs of wisdom teeth eruption are often unmistakable. The obvious pain and discomfort when your wisdom teeth grow through your gum tissue (eruption) is what drives people to get them removed. However, you can actually have your wisdom teeth removed before eruption ever occurs. But, you may be asking: Why Remove Wisdom Teeth…
So, you’re getting a dental implant – and you may want to know: “how long is the dental implant process?” This encompasses the time for consultations, the procedure, and post-op recovery. Whether you are getting a mini or permanent implant, the process of tooth replacement is a delicate but important one for your oral health.…
One of your questions for your wisdom teeth post-operative care may concern the most important way to get energy – “what can I eat after wisdom teeth removal surgery?” Your oral surgeon will provide you a detailed plan to take care of your mouth after your surgery, and this includes guidelines on food and drinks…
It is perfectly normal to have some anxiety before surgery. You may experience nervousness about being under anesthesia, the surgical procedure, or even the healing process. Here at Implants & Oral Surgery of Chattanooga, our highly-skilled and compassionate staff want to ease your anxieties as much as we can. We not only walk you through…
If you’re preparing to get dental implants, there’s a chance that you have been told that you need sinus lift surgery. If you’re like most people, you may be wondering: “what is sinus lift surgery?” It may seem a bit scary, but don’t worry. Sinus lift surgery is a practical, routine procedure that enables patients…
Oral surgery is among many people’s least favorite things – but what happens if you don’t get wisdom teeth removed? Waiting is understandable. Waiting too long, however, can leave you with painful, lasting problems. If You Don’t Get Wisdom Teeth Removed . . . Think we’re being dramatic? We’ve seen enough cases of impacted wisdom…