Dental Implants are a proven method for replacing one or more missing teeth. Since 1982, North Americans have been able to choose implants as a healthier, longer-lasting solution for gaps in their smile. In the beginning, only a few companies manufactured the components for implants, but over time many more producers have cropped up in [Read more…]
If your upper and lower jaws just don’t fit, you may be missing out on some of life’s simplest pleasures—from enjoying a slice of pizza to taking a bite out of a sandwich. Everyday activities that everyone else takes for granted—whether it’s eating, talking or getting a good night’s rest—may be challenging at times. Sound [Read more…]
Following corrective jaw surgery, you will need to adjust your meals and snacks as your bones and facial structures heal. No matter if you undergo orthognathic surgery for TMJ pain, sleep apnea or another condition, you should consume mostly liquids and pureed foods during the initial healing stage. Later on in the recovery process, you [Read more…]
Caring for your new teeth is an essential component of a successful recovery and a lasting smile. Along with proper brushing techniques, you will need to take precautions when eating during the first six weeks following your All-on-4® procedure. During your surgery, four implants were placed to anchor your new set of teeth (patients replacing [Read more…]
You may not even realize you grind your teeth while you sleep because you are obviously doing it unconsciously. However, if you discover that you do this, either due to your oral surgeon telling you or your sleeping partner informing you, then steps need to be taken. You need to determine what is causing the [Read more…]
The latest and greatest dental technologies should always be utilized. The oral surgeons at Oral & Facial Surgeons of Arizona believe that, which is why you will always find high-quality equipment that is designed to give you better restorations and a better experience overall. One of these devices is a digital impression scanner, which comes [Read more…]
Dental implants are an excellent way to replace a missing tooth. The entire tooth structure gets replaced from the root to the visible portion. However, choosing to get an implant is not as simple as picking one from a group. Numerous varieties are available, and you should speak with your oral surgeon about the advantages [Read more…]
Just as you likely know of at least one person who’s had his or her wisdom teeth removed, there’s also a good chance you’ve read about some of the common complications of the surgery. What’s more is you might have been recently informed that you may want to consider having your wisdom teeth removed. We [Read more…]
Here at Oral & Facial Surgeons of Arizona, one of the oral procedures in which we specialize is the All-on-4® dental implant procedure. While you’ll have a gorgeous smile after the procedure, you have to make sure to take proper care of yourself and your new smile immediately following the procedure. Because we want all [Read more…]
If you display symptoms of the sleep disorder known as sleep apnea and are thinking of undergoing a procedure, it’s best that you first receive an accurate diagnosis in order to rule out other disorders and issues related to sleep apnea. Oral & Facial Surgeons of Arizona recommends that you first undergo a sleep study [Read more…]
