A Smile is About More than Just Looks; it’s About Your Health!
Maybe you heard a great joke, ran into an old friend or just received a promotion at work. You felt a good feeling and, automatically, a smile came to your face. It’s easily the most common and most immediately-recognizable facial expression, and we use it to navigate our day, socially – the way we appear, […]
2000 Years of Dental Decay: Oral Health & Technology in Ancient Rome
Modern US dental and oral surgery technology is advanced – from holistic dental implants to bone and soft tissue grafting, we have medical, homeopathic and surgical solutions for everything. Not to mention best practices for dental hygiene tend to prevent most-to-all maladies of the mouth. As this is our reality, we tend to assume a […]
Why Use Holistic Pain Management After Oral Surgery?
As one of the leading oral surgery practices in Ohio specializing in holistic pain management solutions, we find it increasingly important to be sure our patients are educated on why we opt for this approach. Dr. Puckett has been practicing oral surgery for over 20 years, and has seen the positive and negative advancements in medical and […]
How Red Light Therapy Works to Reduce Pain After Oral Surgery
Putting together an effective natural healing protocol involves utilizing different methods of holistic solutions to ensure proper pain management care. Increasingly popular practices include anti-inflammatory medications and topical oral kits. Wilmington Oral Surgery implements a combination of these two methods and is excited to add the use of Photobiomodulation, also known as Red Light Therapy, […]
Understanding Dental Anxiety & How We Can Help
If you have ever felt that unwanted pit in your stomach while scheduling a dental appointment, you are not alone. Studies have shown that about 36% of people in the United States have a fear of dental procedures, including 12% being classified as having an extreme fear. This type of anxiety can lead us to avoid important […]
Patient Guide to the StellaLife VEGA Oral Recovery Kit®
Whether you are preparing to receive oral surgery or contemplating a procedure such as dental implants, pain and recovery time are going to be high on the list of things to consider. Oral surgery procedures vary in recovery time, but our main priority is always to get you back to your normal daily function as […]
Regarding Ozempic, Wegovy & Anesthesia Safety
Wilmington Oral Surgery patient safety is of paramount importance. Many of our patients are taking medications for a wide variety of medical conditions. Over the past year, there has been a push in the medical and pharmaceutical industries to use Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss. A recent report outlines that these medications pose a […]
5 Fun Tips for Teaching Kids to Brush Their Teeth
If you have kids, then you are probably aware that most of the time it is their world and you are just living in it. And you also know that – apart from afternoon nap time – morning routine and bedtime routine are the most chaotic parts of the day. But routines are important for […]
Answers to 10 of the Most Common FAQs About Oral Surgeons
Oral surgery can be a necessary and important treatment for a variety of issues affecting the jaw, gums and teeth. However, the prospect of undergoing a surgical procedure can be intimidating, especially if you have never had one before, and even more so if you’ve no idea what you’re getting yourself into. No worries! We’ve […]
How Telemedicine is Changing Healthcare & Dentistry
Telemedicine, or the use of technology to provide medical services remotely, is rapidly transforming the healthcare industry. With the ability to connect patients and medical professionals from different locations, telemedicine is making healthcare more accessible, convenient, and efficient. And the field of oral surgery is no different – teledentistry is improving processes for oral surgeons, […]
Dental Implants vs Veneers: Which is Right for You?
If you’re considering enhancing the appearance of your smile, you may be wondering whether dental implants or veneers are the best option for you. Both dental implants and veneers can help improve the look of your teeth, but they work in different ways and are best suited for different situations. Education is a big part […]
The Link Between Sleep Apnea and Oral Health
Sleep apnea is a common and potentially serious sleep disorder that is characterized by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep. While it’s estimated that well over 20 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, most of them likely don’t know, as it can manifest across a spectrum of mild to severe. Sleep apnea can have a […]
