It is perfectly normal to have some anxiety before surgery. You may experience nervousness about being under anesthesia, the surgical procedure, or even the healing process. Here at Implants & Oral Surgery of Chattanooga, our highly-skilled and compassionate staff want to ease your anxieties as much as we can. We not only walk you through…
Most people know that dental implants are a good tooth replacement option. But who can get dental implants? The general answer is, “most people.” Of course, in specific cases, dental implants may not be an option. You’ll need to talk with your oral surgeon to find out if you’re a good candidate. In the…
If you’re preparing to get dental implants, there’s a chance that you have been told that you need sinus lift surgery. If you’re like most people, you may be wondering: “what is sinus lift surgery?” It may seem a bit scary, but don’t worry. Sinus lift surgery is a practical, routine procedure that enables patients…
Oral surgery is among many people’s least favorite things – but what happens if you don’t get wisdom teeth removed? Waiting is understandable. Waiting too long, however, can leave you with painful, lasting problems. If You Don’t Get Wisdom Teeth Removed . . . Think we’re being dramatic? We’ve seen enough cases of impacted wisdom…
Dental implants restore teeth like nothing else. They’re safe, effective, permanent, and durable. In fact, most oral surgeons and dentists view dental implant surgery as the very best teeth replacement solution. But dental implants also restore more than just missing teeth. They give your smile its old confidence – a benefit that can’t be stated often enough. Patients have told us that they love smiling…
Patients value dental implants. There’s good reason for that – they look like, fit like, and feel like real teeth. They even offer all the functionality of natural teeth, restoring healthy speech, biting, and chewing ability. But how durable are dental implants? Most people know that implant surgery is a safe way to effectively restore your smile and protect your…
In our previous post, we talked about 5 qualities of dental implants. But there are too many benefits to cover them with one post. These strong, solid false teeth are so good that you’ll forget you ever lost a tooth. Here are 5 more things you need to know about dental implants. 1) Dental…
What’s the next best thing to healthy teeth? The very best false teeth, of course. Yes, we’re talking about dental implants. They’re strong, solid, and look just like natural teeth. They make you forget your tooth was ever missing. But that’s not all. Here are 5 things you need to know about dental implants. …
Scare tactics aren’t necessary when it comes to oral cancer. Everyone already knows it’s bad. Instead, we’re focusing on knowledge rather than fear. At Implants & Oral Surgery of Chattanooga, we’re trying to raise awareness about oral cancer. After all, one person every hour succumbs to it. And awareness is a strong defense – it…