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 …
What Causes Jawbone Loss?
Dental implants can stop further jawbone loss. Jawbone loss occurs after losing a tooth which can happen from caries, gum disease, infection, pathology, trauma, or …
The Secrets to Eliminating Complications and Promoting a Faster Recovery
There are several important elements for a fast recovery and prevention of complications from oral surgery procedures. The surgical technique and experience of the surgeon …
How to Avoid Dry Socket After Teeth Extractions
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 …
Step-by-Step Stages to Successful Dental Implants
If you find the treatment process for dental implant replacement of missing teeth confusing, you are not alone; terms like ‘comprehensive,’ ‘phase 1 and 2 …
How Soon Can You Fly After Tooth Extraction or Other Oral Surgery Procedures?
How long do you need to wait after a tooth extraction to fly safely? Or, how about if you’ve had other oral surgery procedures ? …
Teeth Extractions and Immediate Dental Implants Should be Avoided When…
Immediate dental implant placement refers to when teeth are extracted and the implants are placed at the same time. While this saves time and number …
Sinus Lift Bone Grafting For Dental Implants in Patients with Sinusitis
When considering dental implant replacement of missing teeth in the upper back area, it is important to assess the available height of bone due to …
Top Dental Implant Dentists Choose Digital Over Analog
What do the top dental implant dentists do to get remarkable results? Whether it’s the top presenters on major dental implant symposiums or clinicians recognized …
Extraction of Failing Dental Implants
Why extract a dental implant? While dental implants are highly successful and predictable for replacement of missing teeth, there are circumstances where dental implant complications …









