Teeth Extraction

When patients present with tooth-related pain or swelling, the first line of radiograph is often a peri-apical X-ray or panorex which may or may not…

A rare condition following extraction of wisdom teeth is known as lingual bone dehiscence (bone exposure). This is not a complication, but rather a healing…

As Orange Theory, Cross Fit , Lifting and Yoga become more popular… I get asked after every dental surgery “When can I go to the…

No one looks forward to surgery, but with today’s technology, we are witnessing a revolution in minimally-invasive procedures in both medical and dental surgery. Minimally-invasive…

During wisdom teeth extraction, bone grafting may be indicated if there is significant bone loss due to infection, cysts, gum disease, or proximity of the…

What is dry socket and how can one prevent it! It is rather a painful condition that can occur following teeth extractions and hence the…

Bone resorption following tooth extraction is a normal and physiological process. This resorption pattern is most significant in the upper anterior (smile zone) region of…

In most people, there is inadequate space between the second molars and the end of the jaw bone, leading to impaction of the wisdom teeth…

When you need to have your wisdom teeth removed, you know you must see a dentist. But what kind of dentist? Many people think their…

Dry socket (alveolar osteitis) is a wound healing complication that can occur following teeth extractions if the initial blood clot is lost. This results in…