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 …

As an oral surgeon, I’ve heard many fallacies and misconceptions over the years about wisdom teeth. Here are a few myths and misconceptions and the …

Wisdom teeth frequently become impacted or stuck behind the second molars and are extremely difficult to clean. Plaque, along with poor access for oral hygiene, …

For many patients who have lost all or some of their teeth, severe jawbone loss becomes a major barrier to dental implant treatment. After complete …

Dental implants are designed to last for many years, providing stable function and natural aesthetics. However, sometimes a subtle but concerning issue may develop — …

If you are experiencing pain and swelling around your dental implants, it is most likely due to peri-implantitis, an inflammatory condition that causes bone and …

Dental implants require a solid foundation of bone for long-term stability, natural esthetics, and healthy function. However, when teeth are lost, especially in the lower …