Dental implants are becoming the gold standard for replacing missing teeth. But do they last long enough to make the implant process worth it? Read what our dental team has to say about the durability and other benefits of dental implants.
Is there ever a time when it’s better to pull a tooth than leave it in place? Yes. Our team explains when and why tooth extraction may be your best treatment option.
Throat cancer refers to various malignancies that occur in your pharynx (throat) or larynx (voice box). Learn about the symptoms of throat cancer and what increases your risk of developing this serious yet increasingly treatable disease.
Is surgery the best treatment option for an overbite? Better even than braces? What is the procedure like? Does age matter? Our surgical experts answer these and other questions about corrective jaw surgery for an overbite.
Are you struggling with sleep apnea but not sure about using a CPAP machine? Our surgeons explain what to expect with CPAP and other treatments available for this common sleep disorder.
Are you struggling with the effects an irregularly shaped jaw can have on your appearance, speech, and oral health? Our surgical experts explain corrective jaw surgery and how it can reshape your jaw and realign your bite.
Facial nerve injuries may cause temporary symptoms that resolve within hours. Sometimes, however, the damage can affect your ability to chew, speak, or smile fully. Learn the signs of an injury from the surgeons who treat them.
It’s true that most folks with wisdom teeth eventually have them removed. But is that necessary? Our oral health experts share information about wisdom teeth and why extraction is often recommended for the sake of your smile.
Have you thought about seeing an oral surgeon for your headaches, neck pain, and earaches? Why would you do that? Because all these symptoms might be related to problems with your jaw. Please find out more from our experts who treat TMJ disorders.
Early treatment of any cancer offers the most successful results. Learn the early warning signs of head and neck cancer and the role our experts play in treating this challenging but increasingly treatable disease.
Orthognathic surgery may be hard to pronounce, but it can correct a misaligned bite, issues with TMJ, and numerous structural defects that affect your jaw. It can even be a solution for sleep apnea. Learn more about this beneficial procedure.
Are you struggling with restless nights, daytime fatigue, high blood pressure, or other health complications related to sleep apnea? Have you thought about seeing an oral surgeon/dental expert for treatment? Find out why you should consider that.
Is it time to get those wisdom teeth taken out? Read what top-rated oral surgeons have to say about wisdom teeth and why an extraction may or may not be necessary to keep your smile healthy. And why do we have wisdom teeth anyway?
What does an oral maxillofacial surgeon have to do with fractured bones? Everything – if the broken bones are in your face. Check out your treatment options for facial fractures and why they’re different from most broken bones.
Cleft lip and palate can have devastating effects on a child’s growth and development. Find out how an expert combines reconstructive, dental, and plastic surgery skills to repair this fairly common yet highly treatable birth anomaly.
Are you unhappy with the shape, size, or position of your ears? Otoplasty can fix that. Find out more about this relatively simple cosmetic procedure that reshapes your ears and helps restore your confidence.
Nerves send and receive messages to and from your brain regarding movement and sensation. Damage to facial nerves can have a significant impact on the way you chew, speak, or smile. Find out when and how a surgeon can help.
Have you ever thought about seeing an oral surgeon for joint pain? If the pain affects the joints in your jaw, you should. Read more about TMJ pain and how an oral surgeon can help, with or without surgery.
Are you struggling with obstructive sleep apnea or finding it hard to breathe normally without opening your mouth? Find out why you may want to check in with an oral surgeon who is also a skilled dentist for treatment.
Are you wondering why dental implants are so popular among oral healthcare experts and their patients? For one thing, they’re considered the most authentic appearing alternative to natural teeth. Learn about the other benefits of dental implants.
So, it’s time to visit the oral surgeon for some much-needed dental care? Can your diabetes affect the outcome? Yep. But a little preparation can help pave the way to that healthy smile you deserve. Read on to learn more.
While many teeth and mouth alignment issues can be solved with braces or other aligners, sometimes both form and function require more aggressive treatment. Corrective jaw surgery can fix issues beyond the reach of orthodontics.
More than 18 million adults in the United States have sleep apnea, a condition that can extend far beyond a lack of sleep. If your health is at risk because of sleep apnea, here’s a look at some of your options.
While having your wisdom teeth removed may be important to your health, it can be scary when you don’t know what to expect. Read on to learn more about this common oral surgery and how we keep you comfortable every step of the way.