Oral Surgery

Mesiodens is a supernumerary tooth located in the midline between the two central incisors. It often results in malocclusion, aesthetic issues, or possible cyst formation…

Removal of large mandibular tori

Our new and updated post-operative instructions video contains expanded information to help patients with better healing. Kazemi Oral Surgery: Post-operative Instructions from H. Ryan Kazemi,…

Cysts in the jaw bone are commonly related to impacted or malpositioned teeth. Such odontogenic cysts are often benign but cause extensive resorption of the…

Following complete loss of teeth, the jaw bone can undergo significant resorption and shrinkage. Such bone loss commonly occurs either from existing periodontal disease or…

Exposure and orthodontic eruption of impacted canines is an effective and predictable treatment when performed at early ages, typically between ages of 12-14. However, in…

2-dimensional dental X-rays (peri-apical x-rays and panorex) were the only diagnostic imaging in dentistry until availability of 3-dimensional cone beam CT scan (CBCT) in early…

Impacted or malpositioned wisdom teeth are associated with a number of complications related to inflammation including infection, caries, and periodontal disease. Hence why they are…

Amalgam tattoo is a benign lesion which appears as black or blue lesions in the mouth. It is caused by embedding of fine particles during…

Supernumerary teeth or hyperdontia are dental anomalies characterized by excessive number of teeth. They most commonly occur between central incisors, premolar area, and in the third molar regions and can result in delayed eruption or malpositioning of permanent teeth and general crowding. In the most recent episode of ‘Hints & Tips in Dentistry’, we discuss current approaches for diagnose and treatment with minimally invasive techniques.