As people approach their late teens and early 20s, there is a real risk of up to four new molars erupting in the smile. For many, these could cause a host of serious complications. To preserve your smile, we recommend extracting them altogether. Your Great River Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons in Dubuque, IA, offer a safe and comfortable wisdom tooth extraction.
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...
Has your dentist informed you that you might have misaligned jaws? Perhaps you have already been referred to an oral surgeon for a consultation. Having misaligned jaws can have far-reaching effects on your oral health and quality of life. Fortunately, oral surgery can correct the...
Bruxism and TMJ disorder are common issues that affect oral function and health. Bruxism is defined as the habit of clenching and grinding teeth whereas TMJ disorder involves damaged or stressed temporomandibular joints impairing oral function. While these conditions are different, their symptoms and effects...
Sleep is one of the most important parts of daily life. When we sleep, our bodies are hard at work rejuvenating. Deep sleep revitalizes organs and promotes cell turnover - all functions that must occur for the body to operate as efficiently as possible. Disorders...
For some patients, oral surgery is the first kind of surgical procedure they ever undergo. In order to experience the best treatment outcomes, it’s important to be prepared for the entire process, including anesthesia. Here are some questions that patients often ask about anesthesia if...
Patients can work with an oral surgeon to improve other aspects of their facial appearance beyond their smiles. In fact, some of these specialists are certified to provide Botox treatments in order to restore balance to the facial structures and reverse the effects of aging. If...
Are you unhappy with your appearance? Perhaps you feel that your face shows signs of aging too rapidly for your liking. Or, you might want to take a proactive approach to fighting the aging process with injectable treatments like Botox. Injectables have become the preferred...
Do you feel persistently tired even after resting for what appears to be a full night? Even if you sleep eight hours, do you feel lethargic and foggy-headed? If these questions apply to you, it is possible that you could have obstructive sleep apnea. This...
Many folks mistakenly believe that snoring and sleep apnea are mutually exclusive. While many people with sleep apnea also snore, not all sleep apnea sufferers snore on a regular basis. It is entirely possible to have sleep apnea even if you don’t snore. If you...