What are wisdom teeth? The wisdom teeth, which are also called the third molars, are the back molars. They are the last teeth to erupt in the mouth. The average adult has four wisdom teeth that start to grow in between the ages of 17 and 21. Why are wisdom teeth extracted? Because wisdom teeth… Read more »
Posts Tagged: oral surgery
Smoking or Vaping After Oral Surgery Can Lead to Severe Complications
There are several different types of oral surgery offered at [practice_name]’s clinic. This includes wisdom tooth extraction, dental extractions to prepare for dentures, dental implant restoration, and alterations to soft oral tissues. After the oral surgery, Dr. [doctor_name] and [hisher] associates will provide you with any specific aftercare instructions. This might also include a prescription… Read more »
Special Care Is Needed After a Dental Extraction
There are certain situations where a tooth has been so significantly traumatized by an untreated cavity or a dental fracture that Dr. [doctor_name] can’t save. In these rare situations [heshe] might advocate extracting the entire tooth to help ease the pain and prevent a serious infection from developing in the underlying periodontal tissues. Afterward, you… Read more »
A Bone Graft Might Be Needed as Part of a Dental Restoration
Some dental restorations, like a dental implant, require strong, healthy bone structure to support a dental implant. Sometimes tooth loss can result in a reduced amount of bone structure in the underlying gums. This is even more likely if the tooth was lost to dental avulsion or tooth decay. At the same time, people who… Read more »
Oral Cysts Often Require Professional Treatment
Oral and dental cysts differ from an abscess infection. An abscess is an acute infection that often results from untreated tooth decay. An oral cyst is typically slow to develop and it might not even involve an immediate infection. The size, severity and discomfort caused by an oral cyst will determine the course of treatment… Read more »
Postoperative Care Tips When Recovering from Oral Surgery
There are many different forms of oral surgery. Some are related to tooth extractions or wisdom tooth removal. Other forms of oral surgery might be called for to treat severe tooth decay, an abscess, infection, or a dental cyst. At the same time, many forms of dental restoration, involving dental implants or a bone graft,… Read more »
Bone Grafts Restore Sufficient Structure for Dental Restorations
The underlying bone structure of your mouth is largely responsible for giving your teeth the strength to bite and chew foods. If it’s compromised by tooth decay, extraction or chronic periodontal disease, the loss of structure can lead to several complications. In some cases, it might make dental restorations like dental implants unfeasible. In a… Read more »
Important Information for a Speedy Recovery After Wisdom Tooth Extraction
If one or more of your wisdom teeth have become impacted or fused to the surrounding bone tissues, they might not be viable for conventional extraction at a dental office. In cases like these, your oral surgeon, Dr. [doctor_name], advocates having your wisdom teeth extracted at [practice_name]. The extractions can usually be performed in a… Read more »
Successfully Recover from Oral Surgery With These Tips!
As you already know, having as much information as possible is important to receiving a healthy recovery. Here at [practice_name] in [city], [state], we understand the process can seem difficult. That is why we have created this list of tips for you, so you can have all the information and tips to help you get… Read more »
Insights for a Speedy Recovery After a Bone Graft
A bone graft in [city], [state], is a form of oral surgery that is designed to restore the compromised bone structure in a specific part of your jaw. Here at [practice_name], we offer key insights to help you have quality aftercare following a bone graft. During your initial consultation with your surgeon, Dr. [doctor_name], you… Read more »
