Oral Surgery – Dental Health Society

What is a Maryland Bridge and Who Should Consider Getting One?

Staff — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 15:40:33 +0000

Nobody wants a missing tooth. For many people, it’s simply a matter of aesthetics, but there are several functional reasons to replace missing teeth. The extra space in the mouth can cause shifting of adjacent teeth, speech problems, difficulty chewing, and even health problems . For example, research has shown that missing teeth are a...

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What is a Frenectomy?

Staff — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:34:18 +0000

If you or your child has been told they need a frenectomy, you might be a bit worried. What exactly is a frenectomy, and what is involved? A frenectomy is a simple procedure in which the dentist removes a piece of connective tissue in a patient’s mouth to allow their tongue or lip to move...

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Can My General Dentist Perform a Root Canal, or Do I Need to See a Specialist?

Staff — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 15:23:00 +0000

When a patient has a small cavity on the tooth’s surface, the typical protocol is to have it filled by a general dentist. But if bacteria makes its way into the inside or “pulp” of the tooth, a root canal may be necessary to remove the infected nerves and tissue. In many cases, a dentist...

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Can Root Canals be Done on a Front Tooth?

Staff — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 16:41:33 +0000

Root canals are often associated with the back molars. However, patients sometimes need a root canal on a front tooth. Find out when this dental procedure might be the best solution, what treatment and recovery is like, and how it may impact the patient’s smile. When is it Necessary to Have a Root Canal on...

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How Long Does it Take to Recover from Wisdom Teeth Removal?

Staff — Mon, 15 May 2023 17:49:44 +0000

Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, begin to come in sometime between ages 16 and 23. For people who have plenty of room in their jaws, these final four teeth (one on either side on the top and bottom) will erupt without any trouble. There is also a small group of people who never develop...

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Can an Infected Tooth Cause a Sore Throat?

Staff — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 15:00:30 +0000

A sore throat is often the first symptom of a cold, but when a sore throat is accompanied by oral pain, it could be a sign of an infected tooth or something even more serious. It’s important to pay close attention to symptoms and see a dentist if you suspect a serious dental problem, as...

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Root Canal Procedures—What to Expect, Step by Step

Staff — Mon, 06 Jun 2022 15:00:00 +0000

For years, root canal procedures have had a bad reputation as something extremely painful. But most patients agree that the discomfort is not that much different than getting a dental filling. Root canals are the safest, most effective way to ease the pain of an infected tooth. In fact, the pain and sensitivity of an...

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Will a Dentist Do a Same Day Root Canal?

Staff — Mon, 02 May 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Normally, a root canal procedure takes two visits to the dentist or endodontist. But advertisements promising a “same day root canal” are becoming common. Can dentists do a root canal in one visit, or is this just a marketing ploy? It turns out that getting a same-day root canal procedure is indeed possible. But the...

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Risks That Come with Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Staff — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 15:04:00 +0000

Wisdom teeth begin to affect teenagers as early as 16, although many adults don’t experience complications until their early twenties. In many cases, it becomes necessary to remove wisdom teeth. For those who are having the procedure done, it is understandable to have some anxiety and concerns before surgery. Overall, serious risks of wisdom tooth...

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What Kinds of Dentists Do Implants?

Staff — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 14:21:00 +0000

Dental implants are artificial teeth that replace missing ones. Getting implants involves surgery that is moderately invasive, and not all dentists can perform it. It is important for patients considering implant surgery to understand what kinds of dentists do implants. General dentists, oral surgeons, maxillofacial surgeons, periodontists, and prosthodontists may all have the necessary qualifications. ...

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