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 …
The Top 4 Benefits of Dental Implants
Dental implants are touted as the best solution for missing teeth, but patients often wonder if they live up to the hype. They’re a significant investment, after all—are they really that much better than dentures …
Oral Surgery for Dentures: What You Should Know
Most of the time patients who need dentures are able to get them without any preparation or additional procedures. In other circumstances, pre-prosthetic surgery is needed in order to prepare the jawbone underneath the gums …
Can You Get Dental Implants While Pregnant?
The decision to get dental implants is often made after many months of careful consideration. If you’ve had your consultation and booked your appointment, only to find out that you’re pregnant, you’re undoubtedly wondering if …
Are Your Wisdom Teeth Keeping You Awake At Night?
Do you experience pain in your jaw or frequent headaches that are making it hard to get a good night’s sleep? If you’ve never had your wisdom teeth removed, there’s a good chance they are …