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How Painful is Gum Grafting? What to Expect

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Thanks to the wonderful effectiveness of anesthetics, gum grafting is not a painful procedure. You may experience pain after the procedure, however, but we can prescribe you extra strength pain reliever to help manage the pain. The level of pain you may feel depends on what type of soft tissue grafting you are having performed. […]

Pediatric Oral Surgery: How to Talk to Children, What Parents Can Expect

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Maybe your child has been injured accidentally. Perhaps there’s been a planned tooth extraction due to a medical condition. Your child has been referred to a pediatric oral surgeon. Why do they even need oral surgery? What does that mean for your baby? As a parent, it’s natural to be concerned and to have questions. […]

Why Wisdom Teeth Removal is Sometimes Necessary — What to Expect

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Wisdom teeth usually develop sometime in your late teens to early-20s. If you are one of the lucky few, your wisdom teeth might not come in at all. But if you aren’t, chances are your dentist will recommend having your wisdom teeth removed by a wisdom teeth removal doctor. Wisdom tooth removal is a highly […]

Are Dental Implants for Tooth Replacement Considered Cosmetic?

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If you face tooth replacement, your oral surgeon has probably told you about the benefits of dental implants. They function just as naturally as your original teeth. They are a permanent solution to lost teeth. To the naked eye, they look every bit like your original tooth. But are dental implants considered to be just […]

What is Soft Tissue Grafting? Your Questions Answered!

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What is soft tissue grafting? This is a process used to stop gums receding or to improve the appearance of your gums. Soft tissue grafting can help cover roots or replace missing gum tissue that has developed due to gum recession. So if you’re told you need gum surgery, keep in mind the reality isn’t […]

What is the Best Option to Replace Missing Teeth?

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Losing a tooth is never fun — no matter what age you are. Fortunately, there are a number of methods to replace teeth. Your best option to replace teeth depends on your budget and care needs. What you should absolutely not do is just ignore it. Missing teeth that aren’t replaced can lead to jaw […]

How Much Will Dental Implants Cost in 2020? An Affordable Approach

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Need a dental implant? You’re not alone. More than 3 million people in the US have them — and over 500,000 will get them this year, according to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. But how much will dental implants cost in 2020? That can depend on the type of dental implant you need, how […]

Sedation Dentistry: What kind of Anesthesia is used for Oral Surgery?

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The idea of receiving anesthesia can be intimidating, especially if you’ve had a bad experience before or have a high risk condition. Having a fear of dentistry or being afraid of receiving an oral surgery sedative prior to operation is a completely normal feeling. Plenty of people feel exactly the same, and the caring and […]

Why Would Dentures Not Fit? Our Guide to Poorly Fitting Dentures

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Dentures are an affordable solution to missing teeth — whether you’re replacing a single tooth, a set of teeth or all your teeth. These devices look great, usually have high function, and don’t cost an arm and a leg. And they are more affordable than dental implants. Except that sometimes they don’t fit. In fact, […]

What Should You Expect When You Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?

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In the US, it seems almost a rite of passage to get your wisdom teeth taken out. We refer to them a lot like the appendix – is it for anything? Not really, but it will mess you up if things go bad. Wisdom teeth can cause you serious problems, especially if they are impacted, […]

How Long Will a Dental Implant Last? Factors to Consider

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Dental implants are clearly your best option for tooth replacement — though they are also one of the most expensive. You’re paying for the skill and time it takes to install dental implants correctly, but you’re also not paying to replace dentures or bridges every few years. Dental implants are a considerable investment, after all. […]

5 Options for Replacing Missing Teeth

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Naturally, your teeth are important to you. A smile can’t only be beautiful; it’s got to be functional as well. Teeth can be easily taken for granted — maybe you stay up too late and skip brushing here or there, or maybe you haven’t seen a dentist in 10 years, just because. Ignoring your oral […]