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There is a branch of specialized dentistry concerned with preventing and treating cancer of the mouth that is called oral pathology. This practice includes the management of patients and researching, diagnosing, studying, and treating disorders of the mouth and jaw. Oral cancer is increasing slightly while the new cases of oral cancer resulting from human papillomavirus…

An oral surgeon corrects orthodontic and dental problems that cannot be resolved with non-surgical treatments. They perform oral surgeries that range from tooth extraction to jaw reconstruction.Patients that are about to undergo oral surgery are often worried and intimidated by the thought of going under the knife. With advances in surgical techniques, anesthesiology and post-surgery…

While a periodontal or gum disease can cause the degradation of teeth and the surrounding bone, there are ways to restructure the jawbone using a bone graft. Accomplished through a minor surgical procedure, grafting is generally safe and uses a material that encourages the development of new bone cells. The graft material, while typically made…

Bone grafting makes it possible for those with limited bone tissue to get dental implants. The effects of poor oral hygiene go well beyond horrible breath and yellow teeth. If patients do not promptly address oral health concerns such as tooth decay and gum disease, they could lose their teeth. If they spend too long…

The wisdom teeth are a third set that almost always come in during the late teenage years. There is not naturally enough room in the oral cavity for wisdom teeth to grow in, which is why extraction is usually advised and performed. To learn more about when exactly wisdom teeth should be removed, continue reading. Below…

A gum grafting procedure from an oral surgeon is a great way to improve the appearance of your smile, address any issues you may have with periodontal disease, and help ensure optimal support for your teeth. This review discusses the various benefits of a gum grafting procedure.As mentioned, there are cosmetic and oral health benefits…

When there is a problem that requires surgery on the nose, lips, jaws or other areas of the face, the services of the oral surgeon are often required for oral health care. The surgery could serve both functional and cosmetic purposes, but the objective is the same: Provide patients with effective treatment. This article covers…

When a tooth is lost, bone resorption occurs, necessitating a chin raft procedure from the surgeon. For many individuals, losing a tooth may not seem like a huge concern at first, particularly if the tooth is not in the front row. But even if the lost tooth does not affect the smile's appearance, there are…

A socket preservation graft is a way to preserve the socket (and jawbone density) after a tooth is extracted. This is often necessary to prevent teeth shifting, avoid the loss of bone inside of the jaw, and aid in the tooth replacement process.The following is everything to know about a socket preservation graft, including what…

When one or more of the teeth are missing, the oral surgeon will recommend the best option to replace them. The alternative to bridges, partial or full dentures are dental implants, which replace the root of the lost tooth and support a dental prosthesis. They are the closest option to natural teeth available. Continue reading…

Maxillofacial surgery treats issues related to oral health; this includes addressing functional and cosmetic concerns as well. Maxillofacial surgeons go through extensive education and training and choose to specialize in treating more advanced dental concerns that require surgical intervention to properly address.Maxillofacial surgery may be necessary to treat more severe oral health problems. The following…

If you are missing teeth, dental implants are an oral health solution with the look and function of natural teeth. Although it may seem contradictory, sometimes a dentist needs to extract a tooth before an implant is placed. There are numerous reasons why a tooth may need to be removed, but the overall goal is…