Bone Grafting and Membranes Bone grafting can be used in medical/dental procedures, such as tooth extractions, dental implant placement, facial trauma treatment and reconstructive surgery of the mouth, face and jaws. The goal of bone grafting is to provide good quantity and quality of bone at the desired site for proper form and function. Bone… Read more »
Facial Trauma
Dentoalveolar Surgeries
Dentoalveolar Surgeries Dentoalveolar surgeries are the procedures most often performed by oral and maxillofacial surgeons. These are a group of procedures that involve adding, reshaping or removing hard and soft tissues supporting teeth. Types of dentoalveolar surgeries include: An OMS may perform dentoalveolar surgery to manage: Although extracting one or more teeth is the most… Read more »
Facial Injury / Trauma Surgery
Facial Injury / Trauma Surgery If you or a loved one suffer a facial or mouth injury requiring a trip to the emergency room, you should consult with an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. With their background and training, OMSs are the specialists uniquely qualified to deal with these types of injuries. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons… Read more »
Preventing Facial Injuries during Sports
Preventing Facial Injuries during Sports Prevention is the best policy. Because avoiding injury is always best, AAOMS advocates the use of protective mouth guards and appropriate masks and helmets for everyone who participates in athletic pursuits at any level. You don’t have to play at the professional level to sustain a serious head injury. New… Read more »
