In recent years, more dentists and oral surgeons have been suggesting dental implants for their patients. This is an option offered instead of bridges and dentures, which in previous decades had been the much more common suggestion. Why are we seeing a push toward dental...
The Wilmington Oral Surgery team has been solving dental challenges with implants for over a decade. Hundreds of satisfied patients have gotten a new lease on life through artificial tooth roots permanently embedded in the jawbone. Not only do implants restore your smile, they allow...
A local hero and an anchor of the community in western New York, Jim Kelly has the support of his city as he continues his treatment for oral cancer. In his most recent oral surgery, Kelly’s doctors added tissue to the upper part of his...
After getting surgery for dental implants, the recovery is generally straightforward. Here are some tips for healing the fastest and easiest. Stay hydrated Drink a lot of fluids. You can eat soft food the day of the surgery, and you can return to your regular...
Dry socket (it is a singular noun, even if it applies to the places where multiple teeth were extracted) is a condition that can happen after wisdom teeth removal. Here are a few ways to avoid it. Don’t smoke Don’t smoke anything. No vaping, and...
Here are five reasons why you may need to take your child to an oral surgeon: Baby teeth extraction Sometimes baby teeth get stuck or infected as they come out. There are many reasons why children need assistance getting their baby (primary) teeth removed, but...
Impacted wisdom teeth are very common. Of the 32 adult teeth that erupt, the wisdom teeth (also known as the third molars) are the final four to arrive. In many cases, the 28 teeth already in place fill most of the mouth, and therefore create...
When you know you need oral surgery and you start searching for oral surgeons near me to find options, there are many things you want to take into consideration. Pricing is certainly something to consider, as well as the convenience of the location. Here at...
Have you seen the word “Maxillofacial” and wondered what it meant? Chances are you have seen this term when searching for oral surgeons, perhaps because you need a tooth extraction, or other dental work. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Surgeons who work on your mouth complete...
The cost of dental implants varies from case to case, and there is no standard pricing for such work. Oral surgeons who offer dental implants can provide an estimate for you, though, if you schedule an evaluation. This consultation does not only inform the oral...