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…

To achieve predictable results for wisdom teeth extractions, it is necessary for the oral surgeon to utilize the appropriate diagnostic tools and methods specific to the…

Last month, we saw three patients referred for complications from failed oral surgery procedures done at general dentistry offices.  The first patient suffered chronic infection…

A patient recently told me that her dental implants were placed by her general dentist who is also an oral surgeon.  I responded that it…

As you get older you might think that recovery from wisdom teeth extractions may be more difficult, and the risk of complications may be higher! …

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…

For decades, doctors have harnessed the unique ability of stem cells to treat leukemia and genetic blood diseases.  But now, researchers are discovering that these…

Internet technology offers many conveniences that simplify everyday tasks. Medical and dental professionals are not excluded from these benefits. Healthcare providers and patients are now…

In order to achieve predictable results in wisdom teeth extraction, it is important that the oral surgeon utilizes appropriate diagnostic tools and methods specific to the…

The “chipmunk” look, while cute in cartoons, is not exactly welcomed by patients undergoing removal of their wisdom teeth. Surgical swelling results when the gum…