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 …

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

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 …