When you notice sores that don’t heal or other changes to your smile and soft tissues, you shouldn’t ignore these concerns. Instead, you should contact our team to schedule an examination right away. Our Charlottesville, VA, clinic uses oral pathology to assess the risks posed by these areas of concern, and find out if you need treatment for potentially serious concerns like oral cancer.Losing teeth is distressing and can lead to further dental problems. Fortunately, there’s usually more than one way to find a solution. Fixed dental bridges, tooth implants, and removable dentures are three potential choices. But many patients are finding their best smiles with All-On-4. Here's...
Oral surgeons are often the first line of defense for patients who experience any facial trauma. When a traumatic event occurs, whether it's a car accident, sports injury, or work-related injury, you might be suffering from a variety of different pains and symptoms. Facial trauma...
If you have been scheduled for oral surgery, there are some critical questions to ask your oral surgeon. It can be about post-operative health concerns, risks, and even the recovery period. So we are here to help you compile a questionnaire! To ease up the preoperative...
An oral surgeon is a specialist who provides focused care to treat tooth loss, abscessed and impacted teeth, and facial trauma. They also provide corrective treatments for TMJ disorder, malocclusions, and congenital or developmental abnormalities. If your dentist has recommended that you see an oral and...
A protruding lower jaw can cause many problems for patients. When orthodontic care is not enough, mouth surgery is often necessary to correct a patient’s appearance and oral function. Misaligned jaws are often caused by developmental and congenital abnormalities. When one jaw protrudes out further...
Just as your risk of some serious medical conditions like cancer, heart disease and diabetes increases as you get older, you also have more of a chance of developing an oral disease as you age. In fact, tooth loss is a common occurrence in older adults,...
The damage left behind after a traumatic incident to the face can present a number of complications that are best treated by an experienced specialist. The delicate bones of the face, mouth, and nose provide the framework for your unique appearance. A primary goal for...
Sleep apnea is a chronic condition in which a person stops breathing for several seconds during the sleeping hours. These frequent pauses in breathing can cause a decrease in oxygen levels as well as a disruption of the normal sleep patterns. Patients who suffer from...
As the name implies, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery encompasses many treatments and conditions pertaining to the mouth, head, and face. In addition, addressing common surgical procedures like tooth extractions, these surgeons are specially trained to diagnose and treat a wide variety of conditions. In addition,...