Dental Procedures

After wisdom teeth removal, healing takes a few months. A blood clot forms in the socket, followed by repair tissue and new bone growth. In the first days, control bleeding with gauze, take medications as directed, reduce swelling with ice, rest, and drink nutritious liquids. Avoid brushing or rinsing the first day, smoking, and using straws. Gradually return to soft foods, keep the site clean, and follow your surgeon’s instructions for best healing.

If your wisdom teeth may cause problems, your surgeon might recommend removal to protect your dental health. Early removal is often advised since roots harden with age, making surgery harder. Other options include monitoring, medication, or minor procedures. Risks include jaw soreness, dry socket, infection, anesthesia side effects, sinus issues, nerve injury, and possible jaw weakening. Your surgeon will help choose the best plan for you.

Wisdom teeth removal usually happens in a surgeon’s office or outpatient center. Surgery time varies by tooth position and number removed. Your surgeon may remove all teeth at once or separately. The tooth is removed through an incision, which is closed with stitches. Anesthesia options range from local numbing to general anesthesia.

TMD affects the jaw joint and muscles, often due to grinding, clenching, or bite issues. A night guard (splint) can ease strain and protect teeth. In some cases, orthodontic or restorative treatment may be needed to correct bite problems. Your dentist can guide you toward lasting relief.

Root canal therapy removes infected tissue from inside a tooth, stopping pain and preventing further damage. Done in one or two visits, it ends with sealing and restoring the tooth—often with a crown. With proper care, your tooth can look, feel, and function just like the rest.

We often focus on keeping our teeth clean on the outside—but when problems develop inside, root canal therapy may be needed to save the tooth. This treatment removes infected pulp, relieves pain, and prevents tooth loss—all with less discomfort than most people expect.

Periodontal disease can cause bone loss around teeth, weakening their support. Regenerative procedures, like bone replacement grafts, help stimulate new bone growth to restore support. During the procedure, a gum flap is made, graft material (from your bone, synthetic sources, or a tissue bank) is placed where bone was lost, and growth factors may be added. The gum is then closed, and new bone grows over months to strengthen the tooth.

Caring for your dental bridge is key to keeping your smile healthy. Brush after meals, floss daily using special tools, and visit your dentist regularly. With good care, your bridge will stay secure, your mouth will stay healthy, and you’ll keep smiling with confidence.

A fixed bridge replaces one or more missing teeth and helps restore your bite, smile, and chewing ability. It’s custom-made and permanently cemented in place. By filling the gap, a bridge prevents teeth from shifting and helps keep your mouth healthy and your smile confident.

Had a tooth pulled? Bite gauze to stop bleeding, use ice for swelling, and rest. Eat soft foods, skip straws, and avoid hot drinks and smoking. Gently rinse with salt water after 12 hours (if your dentist says it's okay). Good care helps you heal faster and feel better sooner!