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Facial and dental trauma management has evolved drastically within the past few decades. While there still are challenges in the area of maxillofacial injury, the technological advancements in dental sciences have made facial trauma treatment much easier and safer for everyone. What is Facial Trauma? Facial trauma refers to broken bones or injuries in the […]
Dentists not only fix your oral problems but also help you prevent them. While regular brushing and flossing is an ideal practice to ensure oral health and hygiene, it is advised to go for regular dental checkups with an experienced dentist. Regular dental checkups will help you ensure optimum gums and teeth cleanliness, allowing you […]
A missing tooth can have a huge impact on your facial aesthetics and severely affect your confidence. It uncorks your mouth to become a host of potential health issues in the mouth and body. So, if you notice a missing tooth in your mouth and are wondering if it should be a matter of concern […]
Intravenous sedation is a conscious sedation technique, used to perform dental and surgical procedures to ensure hassle-free and timely oral treatment. When dealing with anxious patients, dentists prefer using sedatives to allow their patients to feel relaxed and comfortable during the treatment. It is used for many procedures, from simple cleaning to surgical treatments. Therefore, […]
Bone grafting is an operational procedure where the doctor uses the transplanted bone to repair and rebuild the diseased or damaged bones. Bone graft is a choice to fix the bones almost anywhere in your body. For instance, jawbone recession or loss is a severe dental condition contributing to tooth loss and a sunken facial […]
An impacted tooth is one that does not emerge properly from the gums. This condition is typically observed with wisdom teeth (the third molars that are the last to grow in your mouth). However, an impacted tooth can be any tooth in your mouth. Children can also develop impacted teeth when they lose their temporary […]
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) acts as a sliding hinge linking your mandible (lower jaw) to your skull. It is found on each side of your head, enabling a convenient jaw movement. Therefore, patients suffering from temporomandibular disorder (TMD) experience pain in their jaw joint and the muscles that steer their jaw movement. While the exact […]
Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars that typically emerge around the ages of 17 to 25 in the back of your mouth. Your dentist may recommend removing your wisdom teeth if they are impacted, coming from the wrong angle, or if your mouth is overcrowded or infected with cavities and gum diseases. However, […]
A missing tooth can disintegrate the appearance of your alluring smile. Regardless of the reason for tooth loss, it gradually lays a negative impact on the alignment of your teeth. It also leads to several problems down the road if not addressed with proper care. Loss of tooth or teeth often affects an individual’s oral […]
Tooth extraction is a common procedure. You may need a tooth extracted for shifting teeth, joint problems in the jaw, damaged teeth, or for future placement of dental implants. Before tooth removal, your oral surgeon numbs the area around the affected tooth or teeth with a local anesthetic. The targeted tooth is then removed from […]
