Oral Soft-tissue Surgery
Soft-Tissue Grafts
Soft-tissue Grafting
Soft-tissue Grafting Healthy teeth and dental implants require both gum tissue and bone for support. Healthy gum tissue (soft tissue) forms a protective barrier. This barrier protects against oral bacteria and stresses from daily functions such as chewing and tooth brushing. Without adequate gum tissue and bone (hard tissue), teeth and dental implants may become… Read more »
Understanding the Role of Buccal Fat in Oral Soft-Tissue Surgery
Understanding the Role of Buccal Fat in Oral Soft-Tissue Surgery What is the Buccal Fat Pad? The buccal fat pad is located on both sides of your face in the area of your cheek bones. It gives a rounder and fuller look to the cheeks and contributes to the overall shape and contour of the… Read more »
Vestibuloplasty FAQs
Vestibuloplasty FAQs What is Vestibuloplasty? A vestibuloplasty is a surgical procedure to increase the depth and width of the buccal vestibule (the space between the gums and teeth and the cheeks and/or lips) to improve oral health, function and to aid in some prosthetic rehabilitations such as dentures. When is Vestibuloplasty Recommended? A vestibuloplasty may… Read more »
What is a Frenectomy?
What is a Frenectomy? A frenum or frenulum is a small “band” of tissue located in the mouth: under the tongue, inside the upper lip, inside the lower lip and connecting the tongue, cheek or lip to the gums. A frenectomy is a simple surgical procedure to release these bands. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon… Read more »
