Swelling after extraction of impacted wisdom teeth is a common occurrence. It usually reaches its maximum in 48 hours after surgery. It gradually diminishes in…
The ‘dark triangle’ between dental implants or teeth is both an aesthetic as well as hygienic issue. It occurs when the papilla (the gum tissue…
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…
Peri-implant mucositis refers to early phases of inflammation around dental implants without bone loss. It is equivalent of gingivitis around natural teeth. Peri-implant mucositis is…
When it comes to health of natural teeth or dental implants, gum tissue plays a very important role. Gingival architecture and health directly promotes aesthetics…
The smile zone is among the most difficult area of the mouth when it comes to replacement of missing teeth. This is because they are…
One of the most common oral surgical procedures we perform is removal of mandibular and maxillary torus and exostosis. Torus and exostosis are bone growth…
A common question asked by many patients is, “Just how long will my dental implants last?” The answer to this question may be dodged by…
A loose or painful dental implant may be an indication of peri-implantitis, a destructive inflammatory process affecting the soft and hard tissues surrounding dental implants.…