How to Prepare for Wisdom Teeth Removal
In our blog post, we suggest tips to prepare for your upcoming wisdom teeth removal.
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What Is TMJ Disorder?
Spring Lake Oral Surgery provides a variety of specialty dental services, including care for TMJ disorder. Learn more in our blog post.
When to Get Your Wisdom Teeth Extracted
Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the last teeth to erupt in the mouth. Patients typically have 1-4 of these late-blooming teeth. For many patients, wisdom teeth grow incorrectly and end up impacted in the jawbone. If the mouth isn’t large enough for wisdom teeth to grow in the correct space, they can … Continued
How Do Dental Implants Work?
In our blog post, we explain the process to replace missing teeth with dental implants. We also discuss the benefits of this tooth replacement solution.
Avoiding Dry Socket After a Tooth Extraction
In our blog post, we recommend how you can avoid developing a painful dry socket after your tooth extraction.
Why Blood Clots Are Important in Oral Surgery
Whether you just underwent wisdom teeth removal or a simple tooth extraction, hopefully you didn’t skim through the aftercare instructions provided by your care team! Part of your recovery after oral surgery is developing a blood clot in the surgical site so you can avoid a dry socket. The Purpose of a Blood Clot After … Continued
Will I Need Partial or Full Dentures?
If you are missing teeth, you may be a good candidate for dentures. Learn about partial & full dentures in our blog post!
Is Jaw Clicking a Serious Issue?
Jaw clicking and popping can result from excessive gum chewing, trauma, dislocation, or even the start of dysfunction in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Overuse of the jaw joint or muscles, grinding teeth during sleep, and normal wear and tear over time can contribute to jaw clicking or TMD/TMJ disorder. TMD/TMJ Disorder The TMJ allows the … Continued
Can Sleep Apnea Impact Overall Health?
If your mind and body are chronically deprived of restful sleep, you can experience several adverse effects. Learn more in our blog post from Spring Lake Oral Surgery!
How Oral Sedation Works at the Dentist
Dental sedation can make your oral healthcare more comfortable and less stressful. Check out our blog post to learn about oral sedation at Spring Lake Oral Surgery.