If you’re missing all or most of your teeth, you have two choices to restore them: dental implants or dentures. Deciding between the two requires careful thought and discussion with your general dentist and oral …
Are Your Wisdom Teeth Causing You Pain?
There was a time not too long ago when wisdom teeth extractions were considered a rite of passage to adulthood. Now, more oral surgeons and dentists are taking a wait-and-see approach. Wisdom teeth are carefully …
The Benefits of Implant-Supported Dental Bridges
Traditional dental bridges are a long-standing option for replacing missing teeth, but implant-supported dental bridges are increasing in popularity. These bridges rely upon dental implants for support instead of other teeth. Implant-supported dentures are used …
What Is the Typical Dental Implant Healing Time?
Getting dental implants is a lot more involved than getting a traditional bridge or dentures, but the results are worth it. Dental implants are designed to last a lifetime and since they’re the only solution …
Wisdom Teeth Dry Socket Symptoms
Dry socket is one of the complications of wisdom tooth extraction that every patient dreads, but it’s actually less common than you might think. A 2016 study found that only 1.8 percent of patients experienced …
Dental Implant and Crown: Is This Combination Right for You?
For decades, the standard replacement for a single missing tooth was a dental bridge. This has changed with the increasing popularity of dental implants. Now, there is an option that doesn’t just replace a missing …
Mini-Implants vs. Full-Size Dental Implants
More and more patients are coming to our office asking about mini dental implants and it’s easy to understand why. Mini-implants can be completed in a day, with a less invasive procedure, and no bone …
Dental Implant Pain and Recovery: What to Expect
Many patients are nervous about the recovery from dental implant surgery, but the good news is that it’s usually much easier than people anticipate. Recovery is generally faster and less painful than that of a …
Typical Wisdom Tooth Extraction Healing and Recovery Time
If you need to have your wisdom teeth extracted, you’re probably nervous about the procedure itself, but you might worry even more about the recovery—after all, just about everyone has a story to share about …
Signs of Wisdom Tooth Infection
Getting wisdom teeth is uncomfortable in even the best of circumstances, but when they become infected, discomfort quickly turns into throbbing pain. The location of wisdom teeth in the back of the mouth makes them …