The field of medicine is always advancing, and operations that used to be tricky and time-consuming are now faster, more precise, and end with fewer complications. Root canals were one of those things that patients never wanted to hear their dentist say, but thanks to new equipment and techniques it doesn’t have to be the long and painful journey it once was. Read more
Wisdom teeth get their name from the fact that they show up late. While most of your permanent teeth show up by the time you enter your early teens, wisdom teeth take their time in appearing and usually don’t arrive until the late teens or early 20s. By that point, you’ve become at least a little wiser, and so your wisdom teeth appear to mark the occasion. Read more
There are multiple procedures used as treatments to remedy tooth issues. Many of them are considered oral surgery. A lot of patients find going to the dentist an intimidating process, and when you add a word like surgery to the mix, it can be nearly impossible to get them to the office. However, these treatments are essential for correcting the problems and putting mouth health back to a stellar level. Most commonly, the actions are reserved for the removal of damaged, infected, or impacted teeth. Anesthesia is often a requirement, so it is of the utmost importance to make sure a driver is there to take you home. Read more
Oral surgery is typically performed to remove damaged, infected, or impacted teeth without hurting other adjacent ones. There are various other reasons why your dentist may choose this method as well. For instance, a misaligned jaw or bite often results in pain and discomfort, which also makes wearing a denture nearly impossible, but a procedure can correct this issue and improve many aspects of a person’s life. Functions that most of us take for granted like talking, chewing and even smiling can become easier to do, thus improving overall health and self-esteem. Regardless of why an oral surgery occurs, the patient should expect some of these items afterward to adjust easier to the situation at hand. Read more
As you are preparing for an oral health surgery, you dentist may have asked you during your consultation if you prefer local anesthesia or general anesthesia. This question may have blindsided you a bit, and you may not the differences between the two. Although your dentist should take the time to thoroughly explain the differences to you, consider this a guide so that you are more knowledgeable going into the conversation. Read more
There are dental procedures where your dental professional may recommend your child be sedated. One of the most common reasons is the removal of wisdom teeth. Wisdom teeth removal can be painful since up to four teeth could possibly be removed from deep underneath the gum’s surface. There are some things you should know, and questions you should ask your dentist, before allowing your child to be sedated for an oral health procedure. Read more
Dealing with diabetes can create a host of health difficulties, including problems inside your mouth. Diabetes hurts your ability to fight bacteria, thus promoting the rapid growth of bacteria in your mouth. Read more
The thought of having a tooth pulled can be a lot to handle. What do you need to know about the procedure? Read more
Having surgery can be scary, and when you hear that you need oral surgery, it can be confusing. Why do you need a surgeon to do anything in your mouth? Despite the name, oral surgery isn’t as invasive as other types of surgery and most of the time, it’s done in-office and you can go home after the procedure. Read more
We are here to help you make the best possible decisions for your dental health now and in the future. Deciding whether you need oral surgery is a choice we want to make with you, as a team. We only want to provide services that will help you and your dental future. Surgery is a scary word and can be associated with a lot of feelings, we are sure of this. However, oral surgery encompasses more than you might have originally predicted. Any type of oral surgery we provide at Community Dental Group is one that is necessary and helpful to the longevity and comfort of your oral health. Read more