What happens when a sore develops that doesn’t heal? This could be an example of oral pathology that needs attention, possibly even a biopsy! In today’s blog, your Santa Rosa , CA, oral and maxillofacial surgeons talk about our approach to oral pathologies.
We Make Sure You’re Comfortable
Oral surgery could be used to address missing teeth, riper facial trauma, and even rebuild smiles with grafting and sinus lifts. But regardless of your procedure, we want to make sure you feel calm and comfortable when you’re in our office. In today’s blog, your Santa Rosa , CA, oral and maxillofacial surgeons talk about sedation and anesthesia.
General Extraction To Preserve Your Smile
A common oral surgical procedure is an extraction, in which we remove a tooth from the smile. There are a number of reasons to do this, and the treatment could help protect your smile from serious complications. In today’s blog, your Santa Rosa , CA, oral surgeons talk about how we conduct a comfortable and safe extraction, and about tooth replacement too.
The Benefits Of All-On-Four Implant Dentures
A number of factors could complicate your ability to receive dental implant dentures, from the stability of your jawbone to the presence of gum disease. However, your Santa Rosa , CA, oral surgeons talk about All-On-Four, and how this could help people receive implant dentures in one visit, even if they have weakened jawbones.
How Long Should My Dental Implant Last?
? Well, they’ve been shown to have a 95% success rate at the 10-year mark, which is far longer than traditional bridges or dentures. But they’ve also been known to last much longer, a lifetime in some cases! In today’s blog, your Santa Rosa , CA, oral surgeons look at the secret of their longevity.
A Tooth Extraction Can Improve Your Smile
Tooth extraction is one of the most common procedures within the field of oral surgery. While no one ever wants to lose a tooth, when your dentist or oral surgeon recommends it, it is medically beneficial and can improve the overall health of your mouth. Despite how daunting the procedure may seem, you will be in good hands with our highly-trained and skilled team. In today’s blog, your Santa Rosa , CA, oral surgeons discuss the benefits extraction provides and what to expect after the procedure. (more…)
Understand Oral Pathology
Maintaining a healthy mouth requires more than just brushing and flossing regularly. You also need to visit your dentist or oral surgeon for thorough examinations, so they can detect any potential issues that may be looming. The study of irregularities and their subsequent treatment is known as oral pathology. In today’s blog, your Santa Rosa , CA, oral surgeons discuss this medical field and what the process is if they do find something amiss — like oral cancer. (more…)
What Makes Up A Dental Implant?
Dental implants offer the most lifelike and durable option to replace a missing tooth, or to even secure a set of fixed dentures. But how do they look and function so much like natural teeth? In today’s blog, your Santa Rosa , CA, oral surgeons talk about the different parts of a dental implant.
Correcting Issues With Your Jaw
When you have problems with your jaw, whether due to injury or occurring due to issues with growth and development, then this could impact how you eat and speak. This could also complicate orthodontic treatment too! In today’s blog, your Santa Rosa , CA, oral and maxillofacial surgeons talk about how we address these concerns with orthognathic surgery.
Augmenting Your Smile With Jawbone Grafting
Losing your teeth doesn’t just leave a gap in your smile. Over time, your jawbone itself could lose mass and density, which means an aged appearance, further tooth loss, and complications with dental implant placement. In today’s blog, your Santa Rosa , CA, oral surgeons talk about augmenting smiles with jawbone grafting.
Dr. Rogers was published in CDA’s November Issue. Click above to see his article (pg.601).