The initial consultation is an essential aspect of any oral surgery procedure. This first meeting gives patients an opportunity to learn about the procedure to come and provides them with valuable information concerning how to best prepare for the surgery. It also gives the oral surgeon the chance to assess the patient’s situation and to […]
Following any type of oral surgery, patients must adhere strictly to a specific aftercare regimen in order to avoid complications and to decrease recovery time. Because each case is different and every patient has a different tolerance for discomfort after surgery, the following is intended solely as a set of guidelines for oral surgery patients. If, […]
Facial and oral trauma incidents are some of the most common and most serious external injuries sustained, largely due to their proximity to the brain, brain stem and spinal cord, as well as to the immense concentration of nerve endings in the mouth and face. In the case of sudden oral or facial injury, it […]
What is Orofacial Pain? Orofacial pain refers to a variety of unpleasant physical sensations involving the muscles, bones or joints of the face and mouth. Common symptoms of orofacial pain include, but are not limited to, a dull or sharp pain around or behind the eyes, a nearly constant ache deep in the jaw; clicking or […]
Most oral cancer cases require some form of surgery before radioactive treatment may be administered. This primary surgery may involve the removal of a portion of the tongue, the inner part of the cheek, the mouth floor or, in particularly advanced scenarios, a portion of the mandible (lower jaw). Reconstructive Surgery After Cancer Removal Reconstructive […]
Though research has shown that the majority of Americans do brush their teeth on a regular basis, or, in other words, twice per day, it has recently become clear that only one in ten of these individuals does so properly as is recommended by the American Dental Association. When it comes to rising numbers in […]
Occlusion is the word that dental professionals use to describe the alignment of teeth and the manner in which the upper and lower jaws fit together. In an ideal occlusion, or bite, all teeth of the upper jaw would fit just barely over those of the lower jaw. However, an occlusion is not often perfect […]
Gum recession is one of the most common dental issues cited by patients 40 and older, though the condition may present itself as early as the teen years. Fortunately, receding gums are relatively easy to prevent and treat with a variety of oral and periodontal surgeries and related procedures. What is Gum Recession? Gum recession, […]
When an individual suffers a sudden trauma to the mouth or the face, the expertise of an oral and maxillofacial specialist is required in order to assess, diagnose and treat the injury. The extensive medical and dental education obtained by these specialized surgeons qualifies them to evaluate and repair damage to the mouth, jaws and […]
The bones of the skull and jaw develop very gradually and continue to grow throughout adolescence and very early adulthood. Often, the growth process may be interrupted by one or a combination of external stimuli, causing the upper and lower jaw bones to develop at varied rates. This condition is referred to as unequal or […]
