by Jen | Feb 7, 2014 | Treatment
Maxillofacial Surgery When facial reconstruction, including procedures involving the oral cavity, is called for, a specialist is needed. Surgical procedures of the neck and head area are performed by a maxillofacial surgeon. Common maxillofacial procedures include...
by Jen | Feb 7, 2014 | Treatment
Jaw/TMJ People who grind their teeth can sometimes develop a serious problem with their jaw, which left untreated, can adversely affect the teeth, gums and bone structures of the mouth. One of the most common jaw disorders is related to a problem with the...
by Jen | Feb 7, 2014 | Treatment
Dentures A denture is a removable replacement for missing teeth and adjacent tissues. It is made of acrylic resin, sometimes in combination with various metals. Types of dentures Complete dentures replace all the teeth, while a partial denture fills in the spaces...
by Jen | Feb 7, 2014 | Treatment
Flap Surgery Some people have problems with gums that don’t conform to their teeth as well as they should. Gums should be snug around the base of teeth so the teeth can be anchored firmly and grow properly. Conditions such as prolonged or untreated gum disease...
by Jen | Feb 7, 2014 | Treatment
Scaling and Root Planing Advanced gum disease sometime requires the dentist to clean below the gum line to remove stubborn, crusty deposits called tartar or calculus, and to remove damage near the tooth root. This is done to prevent further damage and restore and...
