In order for dental implants to osseointegrate fully, the patient must have adequate bone tissue to form a strong bond with the implant. If there is not enough bone, the dental implant may fail prematurely. For patients who have suffered significant bone loss following their...
Tinnitus is a condition in which a patient experiences a persistent ringing, hissing or buzzing sound in the ears. Tinnitus can be caused by any number of issues, including high blood pressure or hearing loss. In some patients, this condition may be a result of...
For patients who want to restore a smile after tooth loss without suffering from an unnatural appearance, dental implants offer a good option for a lifelike aesthetic. Casual observers are unlikely to even detect which tooth is the implant because it will blend in well...
Has your dentist diagnosed you with TMJ disorder? Does your jaw click or pop when you eat or open your mouth? TMJ disorder can be a very debilitating oral health condition and in some cases, may require jaw surgery when other treatments fail to alleviate...
Did you know that the emergence of wisdom teeth could affect the placement of your existing adult teeth? Many times, patients who do not have their wisdom teeth extracted when they begin to come in end up developing misaligned teeth. In some cases, those who...
Facial trauma can affect anyone. Whether a person endures a traumatic injury to the face from a car wreck or an accidental fall, specialized treatment is often a necessity - especially if the injury affects hard tissues on the face. Since traumatic injuries to the...
Patients with missing or failing teeth often feel like their situation is hopeless. Many people who come to our oral surgery office feel that their situation, appearance, and oral function are beyond repair. Fortunately, there is a way for people to reclaim their lives after...
If you have worn dentures for some time, you likely want to explore your options for improving oral function and comfort. Since dentures have limitations, many patients inquire about new technology and prosthetics to enhance their smiles and improve their ability to eat food comfortably....
By now, you have probably heard about dental implants and how these prosthetics are commonly used to replace missing teeth. Although implants have become incredibly popular, many people have questions about how these prosthetics work and what benefits they provide. Following are questions and basic...
Many patients are immediately concerned about restoring their smile’s appearance in the aftermath of tooth loss, but teeth that are lost due to decay or injury pose a threat to your oral health as well. Therefore, it’s important to weigh all of your options for...