Everyone wants a comfortable dental experience. That includes your dentist. To keep you comfortable, your dentist has a wide range of options. To understand what will work best for your dental issues, you need to explore these 5 different types of anesthesia your dentist can use to make your visit more comfortable. 1. Topical Anesthesia… Continue reading Anesthesia: The 5 Different Options to Consider
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3 Tips to Ensure You’re Picking the Right VA Oral Surgeon
Are you considering a dental implant or replacing a missing tooth? Are you having trouble with your wisdom teeth? Whatever the reason you need an Oral Surgeon in Virginia, choosing the right one can save you time, money, and discomfort. There are a variety of factors to consider before picking an oral surgeon in VA.… Continue reading 3 Tips to Ensure You’re Picking the Right VA Oral Surgeon
Anatomy of Teeth and Dental Implants
Most of us don’t give our teeth much thought on a day-to-day basis. Well, this is until something is wrong. That’s when you start to learn more about how complex teeth are. A major part of preventative care is patient education. Understanding your teeth will allow you to prioritize your dental health — and with… Continue reading Anatomy of Teeth and Dental Implants
Understanding Sleep Apnea Surgery
Sleep apnea presents a distressingly common problem. This condition affects up to nine percent of adults in the U.S., although it can trouble people of all ages. If you suffer from this breathing disorder and conservative treatments haven’t helped, you may still get the relief you need through surgery. Let’s examine your options for sleep… Continue reading Understanding Sleep Apnea Surgery
5 Tips When Looking for an Oral Surgeon
Has your dentist recommended that you see an oral surgeon? Perhaps you need your wisdom teeth extracted or want to look into replacing lost teeth with dental implants. Following are some helpful tips to find the right practice for your oral surgery needs. #1 Ask for Your Dentist’s Recommendation If you haven’t already, ask your… Continue reading 5 Tips When Looking for an Oral Surgeon
Oral Surgery: What are my sedation options?
Do you have an upcoming treatment such as bone grafting or wisdom teeth removal? Perhaps you’re receiving dental implants and curious about how an oral surgeon can keep you comfortable during your procedure. We offer different types of sedation to meet the varying needs of our patients. For minimally invasive treatments, we offer local anesthetic… Continue reading Oral Surgery: What are my sedation options?
Common Reasons for Tooth Extractions
When our teeth begin to fail due to disease or if their emergence – such as in the case of wisdom teeth -presents problems to our quality of life and oral health, a tooth extraction is necessary. The most common reasons for removing teeth beyond wisdom teeth extractions are disease and injury. Following is helpful… Continue reading Common Reasons for Tooth Extractions
Treatment Options To Correct Tooth Crowding
Tooth crowding creates an unattractive smile, and in order to fix this problem, patients may need to undergo oral surgery. Different surgical procedures may be used, depending on the issue causing the crowding. In such cases, an oral surgeon will often collaborate with an orthodontist to implement the treatment plan and help the patient achieve… Continue reading Treatment Options To Correct Tooth Crowding
How should I prepare for my oral surgery consultation?
Do you have an upcoming consultation for jaw surgery, dental implants, or wisdom teeth extractions? Perhaps you have suffered from trauma and require reconstructive facial surgery. Your consultation is a great time to ask questions and voice concerns about your treatment options. When it comes to preparing for an oral surgery consultation, consider learning more… Continue reading How should I prepare for my oral surgery consultation?
What is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon?
Has your dentist recommended oral surgery? Perhaps you have been referred to an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMS). An oral surgeon is a specialist that performs a variety of treatments and procedures that address issues affecting the entire oral health system and the face. Since an OMS treats issues that affect oral health, he or… Continue reading What is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon?