Dental Procedures

Periodontal disease can cause bone loss, weakening teeth. Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR) helps regrow bone by placing a special membrane between gum and bone during surgery. This membrane stops fast-growing gum tissue from filling the space, allowing new bone to grow. After healing, the membrane dissolves and new bone supports the tooth.

Is your gumline uneven or too low? Crown lengthening surgery reshapes gums to expose more tooth. It helps anchor crowns or improve a gummy smile by removing excess gum tissue, making teeth easier to clean and enhancing your smile’s appearance.

If you have periodontal disease, surgery may be needed to save teeth by reducing gum pockets, regenerating tissue, or removing hard-to-reach tartar. Surgery is done in the dentist’s office with local anesthesia and sometimes sedation. Afterward, rest, pain meds, and special care are needed. Follow-up visits check healing. Risks include pain, swelling, sensitivity, numbness, and changes in tooth appearance.

You have been scheduled for orthognathic surgery to reshape your jaws and improve function. The surgery lasts several hours and is done in a hospital or surgery center. You’ll likely stay 1-2 days for recovery, with staff helping manage pain, swelling, and nausea. After surgery, you may have a splint or elastics to stabilize your bite. Risks include pain, swelling, bleeding, numbness, infection, and anesthesia complications.

After orthognathic surgery, focus on comfort and healing. Eat plenty of calories and protein using soft or blended foods—avoid straws to protect incisions. Control swelling by keeping your head elevated and using ice packs. Take pain meds as directed. Keep your mouth clean by brushing gently and using prescribed rinses or irrigators. Rest well and gradually return to normal activities and eating.

Scaling and root planing is a deep cleaning that removes plaque and tartar from below the gums. It helps treat gum disease and encourages healing. After treatment, keep up with brushing, flossing, and any rinses your dentist recommends to maintain a healthy smile.

A partial denture replaces missing teeth, helps you chew comfortably, and prevents remaining teeth from shifting. It may take a little time to adjust, but with proper care—cleaning daily, avoiding sticky foods, and visiting your dentist regularly—your partial can keep your smile healthy for years.

If your teeth are sensitive or painful, see your dentist. They’ll check for causes like decay, worn areas, or acid exposure, and may take X-rays. You might use a soft brush, special toothpaste, or fluoride rinse at home. Professional treatments include applying chemicals, sealing dentin, filling cavities, or fluoride varnish. Follow your care plan and visit regularly to keep your teeth comfortable and healthy.

If your gumline looks uneven or too low, it might be due to periodontal disease. Gingival surgery can even out or raise the gumline, exposing more of the tooth if needed. One common procedure is a soft tissue graft, where tissue from the roof of your mouth or a tissue bank is used to cover exposed roots, reducing sensitivity, preventing further gum loss, and improving your smile.

A missing tooth can make you self-conscious, but partial dentures offer a removable solution. These dentures are supported by a metal or plastic frame and usually attach with metal clasps or precision attachments. After some prep work and fitting, it takes time to adjust. Regular dental visits are needed for adjustments to keep your partial comfortable and protect your gums and remaining teeth.

You’re scheduled for orthognathic surgery to reshape your jaws. Before surgery, your orthodontist will adjust your braces and update your surgeon. You’ll meet your surgeon to finalize plans and complete health checks. Prepare by stocking liquid foods, arranging a ride home, and fasting 8+ hours before surgery. Quitting smoking now improves healing. Plan recovery time and learn about post-surgery care, including diet and comfort. Always tell your surgeon about medications or s

You’re scheduled for orthognathic surgery to reshape your jaws. Before surgery, orthodontic treatment moves and straightens teeth to allow proper jaw positioning. Healthy gums and bone are essential, so cavities and gum disease must be treated first. Wisdom teeth may be removed before braces. Braces use gentle pressure to shift teeth and require careful brushing, flossing, and avoiding hard or sticky foods during treatment.

A jaw that’s too small, large, or crooked can cause chewing, speaking, breathing, and sleep issues—and affect your facial appearance. Orthognathic surgery reshapes and realigns the jaws to improve function and look. Treatment often includes braces before and after surgery and can take over a year. Commitment to the full process is essential.

Bacteria in your mouth can cause tooth and gum disease—even under restorations like crowns or implants. Brushing cleans easy spots, but flossing removes bacteria between teeth and gums. Use about 18 inches of floss, gently sliding and scraping each tooth’s side. Tools like floss holders, threaders, and interdental brushes help clean hard-to-reach areas.

Dental implants replace missing teeth by fusing to your jawbone, creating a stable base for an artificial tooth (prosthesis). Abutments connect the prosthesis to the implant. Often placed after the implant fuses, abutments help gums heal and support the final tooth. After healing, your dentist custom-makes and fits your prosthesis for a comfortable bite.

Your dentist recommends dental implants to replace missing teeth. Surgery places implants in your jawbone. Follow pre-surgery instructions, wear comfortable clothes, and arrange a ride if sedated. During surgery, your jaw is numbed, an incision made, and the implant placed. Risks include bleeding, infection, implant failure, or nerve injury.

If you have missing teeth, your dentist may recommend dental implants—artificial roots fused to your jawbone to support a prosthesis. Prostheses vary: single implants for one tooth, partial for several teeth, or complete dentures for full arches. Complete prostheses can be removable or fixed, with varying numbers of implants for support.

After dental implant surgery, expect some swelling and minor bleeding. Rest as needed, drink clear liquids, take prescribed meds, eat soft foods, and avoid pressure on your jaw. Keep teeth and gums clean—brush gently around incisions and use any prescribed rinse. Follow all care instructions and attend follow-ups to ensure healing.

A crown restores a damaged tooth’s size and shape. Made from metal, porcelain, or both, it’s color-matched to your teeth if visible. Your dentist shapes the tooth, takes impressions, and fits a temporary crown while the permanent one is made (1–3 weeks). Then, the permanent crown is adjusted and cemented in place. Keep the temporary crown safe by avoiding sticky foods and flossing sideways. Call your dentist if you have any issues later.

A Herbst appliance moves your jaws to improve your bite. It may cause soreness at first and limit certain foods like sticky or hard items. Use dental wax for irritation and rinse cuts with salt water. Brush carefully, and soon you’ll have a better bite and a great smile!