Cysts in the jaw bone are commonly related to impacted or malpositioned teeth. Such odontogenic cysts are often benign but cause extensive resorption of the…

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…

What do most top dental implant dentists have in common? Advanced knowledge, excellent understanding of biology, remarkable skills, and relentless pursuit of excellence in every…

Following complete loss of teeth, the jaw bone can undergo significant resorption and shrinkage. Such bone loss commonly occurs either from existing periodontal disease or…

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…

Bone around teeth deteriorate from inflammation or infection commonly caused by abscess, gum disease, or fractures. Extraction of such teeth without attention to the bone…

Initial placement of a dental implant and revision therapy following complications are not the same. Changes in the bone anatomy, biology, and physiology of healing…

Severe loss of jaw bone can result from advanced periodontitis (gum disease), trauma, or oral pathology (cysts, cancer, etc). With loss of teeth and bone,…

Exposure and orthodontic eruption of impacted canines is an effective and predictable treatment when performed at early ages, typically between ages of 12-14. However, in…

Dental implants provide a strong foundation for support of teeth and can certainly impact the ultimate aesthetic result by their position. However, it is the…