Elite Oral Surgery Associates Blog

During our late teenage years, our wisdom teeth begin to emerge. However, these teeth rarely arrive without causing issues, and often, patients experience what’s known as impacted wisdom teeth. Continue reading to learn more about this issue and a few of the signs you should look for, so that you know when to quickly call your dentist for assistance!

Dental implants are often considered the “gold standard” when it comes to replacing missing teeth. This is because they restore the entire structure of the lost tooth, from its roots to its chewing surface – which is something that traditional restoration options cannot do. That said, not every patient with missing teeth is immediately eligible for dental implants; those with insufficient jawbone dentistry must undergo a preliminary procedure known as a dental bone graft beforehand. Here’s a closer look at this process and what the recovery portion entails, to give you a better idea of what to expect!

When it comes to replacing missing teeth, dental implants stand out as an incredible solution that offers numerous quality-of-life benefits. However, there are some patients out there with missing teeth who aren’t immediately eligible for dental implants due to insufficient jawbone density, which is a common occurrence following tooth loss over extended periods. Luckily, this issue can often be remedied with the help of a supplemental bone graft. To learn more about dental implants and why some patients might need a bone graft before receiving these life-changing restorations, continue reading!

Wisdom teeth refer to the third set of molars that tend to make their grand entrance between the ages of 16 and 21. Since most patients already have their full set of adult teeth by this time, they often don’t have enough space in their mouths for these third molars, causing them to become impacted. Though this issue is common and happens to about nine of every ten patients, it’s not something that should be left unaddressed since it can lead to various issues. Here’s a closer look at just a few of these potential problems and why it normally makes sense to extract wisdom teeth preemptively.

If you’re facing a tooth extraction, you might be wondering about what your options are for replacing the tooth in question. If you’ve heard of dental implants, you’ve maybe also heard that they’re one of the best means for replacing missing teeth – but how soon following a tooth extraction is a patient able to receive this top-of-the-line solution? It depends on a few different factors; here’s what you need to keep in mind.

Sometimes, small things can cause very big problems – and this is often the case when it comes to wisdom teeth. Even though your teeth are an important part of your dental health, it’s very possible for them to cause painful issues that threaten your whole smile’s wellness. Continue reading to learn a little more about wisdom teeth, why they can cause pain, and how you can go about resolving the issue and getting your smile back on track.

If you suffer from dental-related anxiety, often referred to as dentophobia, did you know that sedation dentistry is one of the best possible means of addressing the issue and getting your smile the care it needs? And of all the options at your dentist’s disposal, few do the job as well as IV sedation. That said, this form of sedation isn’t for every case or patient; it’s going to depend on your circumstances, and different types of medicine can be used. Here’s a brief breakdown.

Dental implants are often considered the gold standard of tooth replacement due to the long list of benefits they provide for one’s oral health. That said, things don’t always go as planned, and despite their 95% success rate, dental implants can still fail under certain circumstances. When this happens, action is necessary; however, what needs to be done often isn’t clear. Keep reading to learn more about dental implant failure and how your dentist can help to remove, salvage, or replace your restoration with ease.

If you’d rather be anywhere in the world than seated in your dentist’s office for treatment, you aren’t alone; it’s estimated that around 22% of people actually skip their routine checkups due to fear of dental treatment! Thankfully, modern dentistry provides several solutions for finding peace of mind during dental visits, and among them is sedation dentistry – and more specifically, IV sedation. However, IV sedation isn’t always a suitable option for every patient. Here’s a closer look at this service, some of its benefits, and ultimately what determines if a patient can receive it.

Prior to getting dental implants, you might have countless questions on your mind. Which oral surgeon should I choose? Do I need any of my healthy teeth extracted? What financial solutions are available? These are all great questions prior to the procedure, but what about afterward? Don’t worry – you can find common post-op questions about dental implant surgery right here!