It can be a scary time if an oral surgeon has diagnosed you or someone you know with oral cancer. As a result, you may be wondering: “What’s the next step? What is oral cancer treatment?” We’ll look into these questions below. After an exam and tests with your dentist or doctor, your surgeon will…
Are you having problems with your wisdom teeth? If so, your general dentist will likely refer you to an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMS), also known as an oral surgeon. Dentists perform minor oral surgeries. On the other hand, oral surgeons attend four years of dental school. Then, they undergo at least four to six…
If you’re experiencing bleeding and sore gums, you may have first-stage gum disease, also known as gingivitis. This can lead to periodontitis – a more serious form of gum disease. It invades the gum and tissue beneath the teeth and can even cause the bone and tissue to break down, causing tooth loss. In addition,…
There are more dental implant pros than cons. However, we still teach our patients how to avoid dental implant rejection. Because, unfortunately dental implant failure does occasionally happen. And that’s not pleasant for anyone, least of all the patient. Even though the success rate is over 95 percent, we don’t want to take it for…
Do you suffer from sleep apnea, and haven’t found a treatment that works? Oral surgery for sleep apnea may be the answer. Close to 18 million Americans report suffering from the sleep disorder, where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. There are several forms of sleep apnea, some mild. However, serious side effects can…
Many people think “teeth” when they hear “oral surgery” – and they’re not wrong. But, around 10 million Americans are affected by TMJ, or temporomandibular joint, disorder. This painful condition affects the motion of the jaw joint that is responsible for chewing, speaking, and eating. How can oral surgery help TMJ disorder? If your…
The signs of wisdom teeth eruption are often unmistakable. The obvious pain and discomfort when your wisdom teeth grow through your gum tissue (eruption) is what drives people to get them removed. However, you can actually have your wisdom teeth removed before eruption ever occurs. But, you may be asking: Why Remove Wisdom Teeth…
One of your questions for your wisdom teeth post-operative care may concern the most important way to get energy – “what can I eat after wisdom teeth removal surgery?” Your oral surgeon will provide you a detailed plan to take care of your mouth after your surgery, and this includes guidelines on food and drinks…
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…