Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can be hard on the soul — especially for caregivers. Your loved one is forgetting the very things — perhaps even family members — that made them who they are. But you know the one you love is still in there,...
Not too happy with your smile? An oral surgeon might be able to help. A full mouth reconstruction could be just the ticket to boost your self esteem with the smile you’ve always dreamed about. It’s like a makeover for your mouth. But the results...
Looking for a more holistic alternative to traditional titanium dental implants? Dr. Puckett gives you the option of Zirconia implants — the only fully ceramic system on the market. Let’s look at the advantages and considerations of this approach to oral surgery. What are Zirconia...
We’re not going to lie to you: Getting your wisdom teeth out is no picnic. The oral surgery itself might be painless, but the recovery? Not so much. You’re going to be knocked down and laid out for at least a day or two. But...
As a licensed oral surgeon, Dr. Puckett gets asked many questions about wisdom teeth removal: Does it hurt? How much does wisdom teeth removal cost? Can wisdom teeth be removed during a single visit? But the number one question we get asked is this: Does...
Obstructive sleep apnea can be a frustrating and disruptive health problem. Sleep can be so important both to our functioning and enjoyment of life. Most people assume sleep apnea only causes snoring and disruption for your sleeping partner, but it actually results in low blood...
Are you one of the 26 million Americans who suffer from diabetes? You may be wondering if dental implants are right for you. Are dental implants the best choice for diabetics? The answer is clearly yes — if your diabetes is well under control. In...
Full mouth reconstruction is exactly what it sounds like: the rebuilding or replacing of all the teeth in a patient’s mouth, usually through dental implant surgery. The process takes the latest advancements in cosmetic dentistry to restore function, health and beauty to your teeth. Full...
As maxillofacial surgeons, we get asked many questions about sedation for oral surgery. There are a number of options available. While sedation dentistry is commonly referred to as sleep dentistry, most types of sedation dentistry don’t actually put you to sleep. Sedation dentistry can be...
It’s true most people have their wisdom teeth removed in their early to mid-20s — it’s just easier that way. But what if you still have your wisdom teeth? Is it too late to have them extracted? Absolutely not! The truth is you’re never too...