Expose and Bond for Impacted Teeth While wisdom teeth are often impacted, other teeth can be impacted as well. An impacted tooth is simply one that has been blocked from entering the mouth. Because of the placement and difficulties of caring for wisdom teeth, many oral and maxillofacial surgeons recommend their removal. Other impacted teeth can be… Read more »
Surgery to Assist Orthodontics
Surgery to Assist Orthodontics
Surgery to Assist Orthodontics
What Are Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs)?
What Are Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs)? Temporary anchorage devices – also called TADs – are small titanium screws placed into the jawbone in order to provide additional fixation or support during orthodontic treatment. TADs can be beneficial when using a tooth as an anchor is not suitable. As the name suggests, TADs are temporary and… Read more »
When Your Child’s Teeth Are Not Coming In: How Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Can Help
When Your Child’s Teeth Are Not Coming In: How Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Can Help As a parent, you may be concerned that your child’s teeth are not coming in as expected. Most children’s baby teeth begin emerging at six months of age, and almost all children will have a complete set of 20 baby… Read more »
