Oral Surgery

Dental implants have become a game changer in the replacement of missing teeth. If you need to replace teeth and do not like the idea of living with dentures or dental bridges, implants can restore…

Receding gums may be more common than you think. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC), over 47% of U.S. adults suffer from some form of gum disease, a significant contributor to gum…

Gum recession is a common dental problem. Fortunately, there are many ways to treat and sometimes reverse it. A dentist often recommends gum grafting when gum recession is in the advanced stages. Although effective, grafting…

According to the American College of Prosthodontists, about 178 million Americans are missing one or more teeth. Having a gap where teeth used to be is more than just an aesthetic problem. With missing teeth,…

A winning smile can be an important part of a person’s look. However, when brown spots start to appear on teeth, self-confidence can diminish. Moreover, discoloration can signal underlying problems that require a dentist’s attention.…

Patients dissatisfied by the color, look, or shape of their teeth might consider getting porcelain veneers. They are custom-made, thin layers of ceramic porcelain that provide a covering for the front of teeth. Veneers can…

A person’s smile is their calling card. Missing teeth can diminish that smile and rob them of their confidence and ability to talk or eat contentedly. That’s why permanent dentures might be an option for…

Sedation dentistry exists to reduce discomfort and anxiety before and during oral surgery and other dental procedures. Although many people have heard of or used "laughing gas" while getting crowns or fillings, dental sedation is…

A dead tooth not only can cause pain locally and in surrounding gums but may also change in color — degrading the quality of your smile. Left untreated, a dead tooth can spread bacteria to…