Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars that usually appear in your late teens or early 20s. Because they can cause a range of oral health problems, dentists frequently recommend their removal. Although the idea of tooth extraction may feel a little alarming, it can bring significant health benefits and prevent future oral pain
Even with vast improvements in American dental care, millions of patients still suffer from tooth loss – mostly due to tooth decay, gum disease (gingivitis), or dental injury. Previously, the only treatment options for missing teeth were bridges and dentures. Today, dental implants offer a lot of benefits over traditional dentures, bridges, crowns, and fillings.
A number of celebrities–who usually keep any hint of health problems quiet–have come forward to discuss the condition and their battles with TMJ-related pain. Here are three of the most well-known:
Head & Neck Surgical Associates would like to congratulate Dr. Melissa Amundson on completing the necessary requirements to earn fellowship into the American College of Surgeons (FACS) association.
The idea of surgery to your jaw can be daunting, but arming yourself with knowledge of the procedure, how it’s performed, and the recovery process can help you feel more confident in your choice. Read more for our primer on jaw surgery.
There are about 50,000 Americans in the United States that are diagnosed each year with head and neck cancer.
Head and neck cancer is six most common cancer worldwide and really important for dentists because most of head and neck cancer is diagnosed in early stages by their dental providers.
The idea of surgery to your jaw can be daunting, but arming yourself with knowledge of the procedure, how it’s performed, and the recovery process can help you feel more confident in your choice. Read more for our primer on jaw surgery.
You may feel apprehensive if your dentist tells you it’s necessary to have your wisdom teeth removed. Although the idea may seem a little scary, wisdom teeth extraction can provide many significant benefits to your oral and overall health–and save you from future pain. Here’s what you need to know about wisdom teeth removal.
If you’re one of the 30 million Americans with diabetes, you know that the disease can make life a little more complicated. To stay healthy, you have to follow a doctor-prescribed diet, get sufficient exercise, monitor your blood sugar levels–and take special care of your oral health.
