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 »
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Healing Process for Dental Implants
Healing Process for Dental Implants After dental implant surgery, a proper healing process is essential to ensure the long-term success and stability of the implant. Understanding the healing process can help you prepare and know what to expect as you embark on your new tooth journey. What to Expect After Surgery Your oral and maxillofacial… Read more »
Proper Oral Care After Dentoalveolar Surgery
Proper Oral Care After Dentoalveolar Surgery Dentoalveolar surgery includes procedures such as tooth extraction, gum surgery, and bone grafting in the mouth. It is important to know how to care for your mouth during the healing process. What to Do After Surgery After dentoalveolar surgery, bleeding may occur at the surgical site. Your oral and… Read more »
Simple vs. Surgical Extraction
Tooth Extraction: Simple vs. Surgical Tooth Removal Even with proper dental care, teeth age and can decay or break. Many damaged teeth can be repaired with fillings or crowns, but when the damage or decay is excessive, the tooth should be removed. A tooth extraction may not seem complicated, but tooth removal should only be… Read more »
Stages of Wound Healing After Oral Surgery
Stages of Wound Healing After Oral Surgery For successful recovery from oral surgery – such as tooth extraction, gum surgery, and dental implant placement – patients need an understanding of wound healing. Patients can expect to go through the following stages as they recover from surgery: Immediate Postsurgery Stage Bleeding may occur at the surgical… Read more »
