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16 Dec FAQs Regarding Anesthesia for Oral Surgery

Posted at 07:54h in general anesthesia

When it comes to many oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures, anesthesia is sometimes necessary. We offer many treatments from our practice that help restore oral function, correct abnormalities, and reconstruct damaged hard and soft tissues. Our oral surgeon administers anesthesia (or IV sedation) to promote...

04 Dec Healthy Teeth – Healthy Body: Tips to Improve Oral and Overall Health

Posted at 07:47h in dentistry

The health of your mouth and the health of your body are connected. For the past couple decades, scientists have been researching the concept of oral systemic health, which is the theory that oral health affects general wellness and vice versa. This research has shown...

25 Nov Experiencing symptoms of impacted wisdom teeth?

Posted at 16:01h in impacted teeth

Impacted wisdom teeth can cause a number of problems for patients, such as discomfort caused by a painful abscess or even just the impacted tooth’s ongoing attempts to erupt through the gum tissue. Cysts and tumors are more likely to occur in impacted wisdom teeth,...

16 Nov Bleeding Gums Can Affect More Than Your Smile

Posted at 15:53h in dentist

While bleeding gums will certainly make your smile more unattractive, this symptom actually can suggest that more serious oral health problems are present. If you notice that your gums bleed – even if it’s only while you brush or floss – you should be sure...

05 Nov Options for Replacing a Single Tooth in Charlottesville

Posted at 15:39h in tooth replacement

Patients who need a tooth replacement for a single missing tooth do have choices, including dental implants and dental bridges. If you find yourself in need of this treatment, carefully investigate all of your options to select the intervention that best meets your needs. To...

26 Oct What causes tooth sensitivity?

Posted at 11:06h in dentistry

For many people suffering with tooth sensitivity, enjoying a meal without pain seems impossible - especially if one is eating ice cream or drinking a hot cup of coffee. Due to wear and tear and common oral health conditions, many folks develop tooth sensitivity and...

16 Oct Treatment Options for Dental Anxiety

Posted at 10:57h in sedation dentist

Dental phobias and anxiety can make receiving oral healthcare difficult. Since anxiety can produce feelings of great distress and even keep patients from receiving necessary care, our oral surgeons offer medication options for dealing with phobias and anxiety. As sedation dentists, our doctors can provide...

05 Oct Tooth Extraction vs. Root Canal

Posted at 10:09h in tooth extraction

Have you ever wondered why some teeth can be saved with root canal therapy while others require surgical removal? While these treatment protocols are very different; their objectives are the same. Whether tooth extraction or root canal treatment is necessary, the ultimate goal is to...

25 Sep Tooth Replacement: Dental Implants Offer a Long-term Permanent Solution

Posted at 08:27h in tooth replacement

If you have lost a tooth, you can probably attest to the fact that traditional prosthetics require frequent replacement. One major reason for the short-term lifespan of traditional prosthetic teeth is bone atrophy. When a tooth is lost, its roots are no longer in the...

16 Sep The Benefits of 3D Technology

Posted at 07:50h in dentists

Traditional radiographs (X-rays) are only two-dimensional and when used in medicine and dentistry, they have limitations. Fortunately, some dentists - including our oral surgeon - use three-dimensional technology when diagnosing conditions and planning treatment to enhance patient care. Three-dimensional imaging produces far more detailed images...

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