An oral surgeon is a dental specialist with years of training and specialized experience performing surgeries to conditions that affect the facial bone, skin, and muscles, including the mouth and jaw. Their additional training after dental school qualifies them to perform hospital-based procedures and administer anesthesia. An oral surgeon can specialize in trauma, diseases, and…
Oral Health
Do Root Canals Cause Health Problems?
A root canal is a dental procedure that is performed to save decaying, infected, or injured teeth. This is a common procedure for a cracked tooth or a deep cavity that often causes pain. Like any invasive dental procedure, a root canal is done with anesthesia. You may feel mild discomfort for a few days…
Differences Between a Dentist and an Oral Surgeon
Depending on your dental needs, there often can be some confusion on whether to visit your dentist or an oral surgeon. Although some of the treatments offered by both may overlap, the two professions are in fact very different. Therefore, it’s beneficial to make the distinction between the two to ensure you receive the care…
Recovery Process from Oral Surgery
When one thinks of oral surgery, they probably don’t consider that many very common dental procedures have a surgical element to them. For example, one can’t have an implant without extracting the damaged tooth and inserting a metal post into the jawbone. Wisdom teeth require surgery to remove them, as does any other tooth that requires…
How to Overcome Tooth Stains
Everyone wants to have bright, pearly white teeth. Unfortunately, the colorful foods and drinks we consume can stain our teeth, causing them to lose their natural white appearance. Staining and discoloration is something we all have to deal with, but we don’t have to settle for a less-than-bright smile. Let’s talk about the various causes…
Vitamins and Your Dental Health
Did you know that you can practically eat your way to a healthy and beautiful smile? When it comes to consuming vitamins and nutrients, your mouth is one of the most important parts of your body that needs those extra vitamins and nutrients to thrive. By eating foods or taking supplements that contain the right…
Is men’s dental health linked to snoring?
Statistically, men snore more than women. It could be that they sleep harder, they consume more alcohol than women, or that they simply refuse to seek medical attention for sleep-related disorders. We all have a friend who complains that their husband or partner sounds like a freight train when he sleeps. For those who have…
The Benefits of Mouthwash
Most people rinse with mouthwash to ensure minty fresh breath, but there are other benefits to the practice. All mouthwashes and rinses aren’t created equal. For a safe and effective mouth rinse, look for the ADA Seal of Acceptance. Brands that receive the seal have to prove the scientific evidence that demonstrates the product’s safety…
The Negative Consequences of Teeth Grinding
Strange as it sounds, you may be grinding your teeth (bruxism is the scientific term) and not even know it. It may occur unconsciously as you clench your teeth while you sleep. However, clenching your jaw or grinding teeth will eventually become apparent, presenting in pain in your jaw, even headaches. Grinding teeth can be…
Should I Brush My Teeth Before or After Breakfast?
Which activity should come first in your morning routine: breakfast or brushing your teeth? Old habits die (very) hard, but you should heed the advice of your dentist on brushing and flossing routines. You may be thinking, I brush, so does it really matter when I brush? Well, the truth is, it does. Below, we…
