The maxillary sinuses are air-filled spaces located above the upper back teeth. In some people, the roots of the premolars and molars are separated from …

One of the most common questions patients ask before their first consultation is simple: “Do I actually need my wisdom teeth out?” The short answer …

What is PRF? PRF stands for platelet-rich fibrin. It’s a second-generation “platelet concentrate” made entirely from your own blood. This means no additives, no chemicals, …

Most people picture titanium when they think of implants, but recent advances in dental surgical materials over the past decade have resulted in a natural …

Few dental decisions cause as much second-guessing as what to do about wisdom teeth. Should they stay or go? Is surgery really necessary if nothing …

After a tooth extraction, implant, or wisdom tooth surgery, some patients notice facial pain that isn’t quite the same as the pain at the surgical …

The key to managing complex odontogenic infections with loss of alveolar bone and sinus perforation is careful debridement and a 3-layer socket graft technique to …

Dental implant treatment has evolved dramatically over the past decade. While implants were once placed primarily based on clinical experience and two-dimensional imaging, modern technology …

Understanding the Causes — and How to Prevent It Dental implants are designed to look and feel like natural teeth. When properly planned and placed, …

Not long ago, someone who knew I worked in dentistry asked me a simple question: “Should I see an oral surgeon or a periodontist for …