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...
Has your dentist referred you to an oral surgeon for a tooth extraction? Do you ever wonder why teeth sometimes need to be extracted? There are a few reasons why an oral healthcare provider might want to extract teeth. Sometimes teeth are removed because they...
If you want to preserve the results of your work with your orthodontist, be sure to schedule an appointment with an oral surgeon. Why? Because impacted wisdom teeth can push your teeth out of alignment if you don’t have them extracted. Impacted wisdom teeth will...
[caption align="alignleft" width="300"]Stephanie M. Dalton, DDS (center) is this year's Scott Sprtel Resident Award of Excellence award winner. She is pictured with (L) Thomas MacKenzie, DDS, and (R) Gregory P. Thompson, MD.[/caption]Congratulations to Stephanie M. Dalton, DDS, recipient of this year's Scott Sprtel Resident Award...
Just a few decades ago, patients who suffered tooth loss had to settle for an incomplete replica of their natural teeth that only replaced the crowns of those teeth. The introduction of the small titanium cylinders known as dental implants has revolutionized treatment for tooth...
There is a good reason why dental implants have become the most popular tooth replacement method. Patients with dental implants across the world are satisfied with these replacement teeth because they provide a lifelike restoration of oral function, renewed self-confidence and peace of mind. Implant dentistry...
