What are Porcelain Veneers? Porcelain veneers are thin porcelain shells that are carefully bonded to the front of your teeth to enhance the cosmetic appearance (and sometimes function) of your teeth. They are customized to fit precisely, improving the beauty of your smile while maintaining a natural look. How Can Porcelain Veneers Improve My Smile? The […]
In the past, dental patients with missing or extracted teeth had limited options when it came to restoring their smile. Dentures and bridges were among the only choices available and, unfortunately, not everyone who needed them found these options to be practical. Why Might Dentures Not Be For You? Dentures, if not fitted properly or completely adhered, […]
Sleep apnea is a breathing disorder characterized by interruptions of breathing during sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the soft tissue in the throat collapses during sleep and blocks the airways. This particular disorder was discovered in 1965 by several different doctors in Europe. It owes its name to the Greek word “apnea” which translates to […]
Treacher Collins syndrome is a congenital condition (present at birth) in which the cheek and jaw bones are underdeveloped. This condition can be passed on to a child from an affected parent or can begin as a new mutation. Treacher Collins syndrome was named after the British ophthalmologist who discovered the syndrome in 1900. Two of […]
Jawbone deterioration is the loss of bone in the jaw. Bone loss can occur in the upper (maxilla) and lower (mandibular) jawbone for a number of reasons. A healthy jawbone is important in order to support your existing teeth properly and can be compromised by various conditions such as: Trauma – Events which cause a tooth […]
Maxillofacial distraction osteogenesis is a surgical process used to correct oral and facial skeletal deformities by increasing bone in the jaw. New bone formation is stimulated by the controlled, gradual separation of bony segments after the jawbone is cut (osteotomy). The procedure has the benefit of simultaneously increasing bone length and the volume of surrounding […]
The ridge bone is a special type of bone surrounding and supporting your teeth. As soon as a tooth is removed, this bone begins to deteriorate. The ridge bone can also lose density due to breakdown from age or disease. This kind of atrophy can happen in two dimensions. The first is loss of horizontal […]
Your TMJ (short for temporomandibular joint) is the most constantly used joint in your body. It’s the small joint in front of your ears where your skull and lower jaw connect. The joint allows your lower jaw (mandible) to move and function. TMJ-related pain and other symptoms can often be difficult to properly diagnose. Common […]
Maxillofacial deformities are irregularities or malformations in the bones and/or soft tissues of the jaws and face. Causes range from congenital conditions such as cleft lip and cleft palate, diseases such as cancer, or can be the outcome of trauma such as an automobile accident. Maxillofacial deformities are often related to the body’s developmental or growth […]
In April 2011, Dr. Maura Gillison, a long-time researcher of the relationship between Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and oral cancers at the renowned James Cancer Center at Ohio State University in Columbus, broke the news to the American Academy for the Advancement of Science that Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), a sexually-transmitted virus, has replaced […]
