Guarding Your Smile: How Antimicrobial Coatings Are Revolutionizing Dental Implants
Dental implants are one of the most proven ways to successfully replace missing teeth and restore jaw and bite functionality. Titanium alloy implants have been around since 1965 and have been the reigning supreme for implant material since. To get long-lasting fake tooth implants to osseointegrate, there isn’t a material that’s more reliable than titanium. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Jaw Disorders & Types of Corrective Surgeries
Having a healthy jaw and mouth isn’t just about teeth and gums. Your jaws play an integral part in almost everything you do, every day, all day. So what happens when an issue with your jaw – whether it’s a severe overbite or a fracture from an accident – is damaged or malformed to the […]
Signs You Might Need Dental Implants
Tooth loss, whether from facial trauma, age, illness, or other medical-related cause, is unpleasant for all of us. And when you have a damaged or diseased smile, it makes you… well, not want to smile. There are a number of methods oral and maxillofacial surgeons use to reconstruct and replace teeth. Currently, the gold standard […]
Repairing Massive Facial Trauma after an Accident
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons might be the ultimate puzzle solvers. Facial trauma, especially when it involves complex fractures, requires a specialized hand and an understanding of the intricately-balanced structures in the face and jaw. Ever seen an archaeologist try to reconstruct shattered pottery? It’s kind of like that. How do you know if you need […]
Impacted Eye Teeth: What are They and How does Oral Surgery Fix it?
When you hear about impacted teeth, your first thought is likely a complex wisdom tooth extraction that includes shaving into the jaw and/or dental bone grafting to complete. The word “impacted” never gives you a good feeling. But other teeth can become impacted, too, and one of the most common teeth that fail to erupt […]
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons take Dentistry to the Next Level
Many of us probably know the difference between a general dentist and an orthodontist – most of us have, or have kids who have, had braces or retainers at some point or another. They likely had to go to an orthodontist to correct their teeth alignment, and then back to their family dentist for their […]
Why Preparing for Your Oral Surgery Matters
No one looks forward to oral surgery, or any surgery for that matter. But as far as surgeries go, the vast majority of surgical procedures for oral issues are pretty minor. From wisdom tooth extractions to full mouth reconstructions, many oral surgeries are outpatient procedures, meaning you leave the same day. There are multiple types of […]
Dental Bone Grafting: What It Is & How to Recover
Nobody wants to lose a tooth. But if you don’t replace the tooth through a dental implant, or even a less costly dental procedure like a bridge or dentures, your jawbone will deteriorate because it’s literally trying to reabsorb the area where the missing tooth was. This can make it difficult for your jawbone to […]
Why Your Dentist Recommends an Oral Surgeon
Maxillofacial surgery is a unique branch of oral surgery in that it combines dentistry with surgical skill and specific knowledge about the structures of the face, mouth and neck. Maxillofacial surgeons treat trauma and diseases affecting the head and neck. This could involve dental bone grafting to replace a missing portion of the jawbone, a […]
Why a Maxillofacial Surgeon’s an Ideal Choice for Facial Cosmetic Surgery
Are you considering facial cosmetic surgery? Have you thought about turning to an oral surgeon for the work? Because they specialize in facial anatomy and oral surgery, they have the expertise to deliver a whole new look to your appearance that’s natural, fitting, and beautiful. What is a Maxillofacial Surgeon? Maxillofacial surgeons, also known as […]
