Many people suffer from chronic facial or temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain. The symptoms of this kind of pain include jaw stiffness, pain on opening the mouth or chewing. Many patients will suffer from headaches, especially in the temple area, and the pain can also mimic ear pain. If there is an issue with the joint itself, there can be popping... read more »

If you are considering dental implant placement, we are pleased to offer some insight into what you can expect from the procedure. Many patients are concerned that the process will be painful, and while any surgical procedure has a certain degree of discomfort while the mouth heals, our experienced team can provide a local anesthesia or another form of sedation... read more »

Do you have questions concerning your recovery post-op? We have answers to the most common questions we get. Read on for more: How can I prepare for oral surgery? Make sure you have a comfortable recovery place set up at home. Having extra pillows can help you rest more comfortably, and having something to do while you rest can also... read more »

Our experience and training are unmatched! Dental implants have become the standard of care for tooth replacement. With more and more patients wanting dental implants, many different dental providers are now advertising and performing dental implant surgery. Some of these providers are quite capable and generally do a good job, but most have no formal surgical training. And none have... read more »

If you'd like to know more about dental implants, you've come to the right place. A dental implant is a titanium post that is surgically positioned in the jaw to replace the root structure of a missing tooth. The implant fuses to the bone, and once this occurs a crown for the implant can be made by your dentist which... read more »

Once a tooth is lost, progressive bone loss that may result can carry serious consequences. Without the tooth providing natural stimulation via the force of chewing, the bone will become weak and lose mass because fortifying growth can no longer occur. This can lead to a cascade of problems including bone loss on adjacent teeth, and if multiple teeth are... read more »

Caring for your smile includes making sure you care for your gums and your teeth. If your gums are left untreated, they can destabilize and cause your teeth to actually fall out. In order to keep your gums strong, it is important to always look for any signs and symptoms of gum damage. If your gums should ever become infected,... read more »

Does your partner or family complain about how you keep them up with your loud snoring? Do you frequently feel tired, even after getting a full night’s rest? If so, you may be suffering from sleep apnea, a common yet serious condition that causes you to wake up frequently when sleeping due to a blocked airway. Many people may accept... read more »