Oral hygiene plays a crucial role in maintaining overall oral health, and it becomes particularly important prior to oral surgery. Here are several reasons why oral hygiene is important before undergoing any oral surgical procedure: Infection prevention: Good oral hygiene practices, such as regular brushing and flossing, help control the buildup of plaque and bacteria in the mouth. By minimizing the presence of harmful…
READ MOREWhat Dentists Wish You Knew
Don’t get high before your appointment, step away from the charcoal toothpaste and a few other lessons to learn. Click on the link below to read the New York Times Article. What Dentist Wish You Knew
READ MOREWhat Doctors Are Learning About Marijuana and Surgery
Dr. Hyatt was featured in The Wall Street Journal. Click on the link below to read more. What Doctors Are Learning About Marijuana and Surgery
READ MOREDental Implants and Smoking: Everything You Need to Know
Designed to last a lifetime, dental implants have a long-term success rate over 95%. But their long-term survival requires a continuously healthy environment for your gum tissue and jawbone surrounding the implants. Although implants have a low failure rate, more than half of the failures occur in smokers. Smoking may not disqualify you from getting dental implants, but it can impact the short- and long-term…
READ MORECan a Failed Dental Implant Be Repaired, or Will It Need to Be Replaced?
Dental implants have a long-term success rate of over 95% and are more predictable than most procedures in the medical and dental fields. Still, all implant procedures have a failure risk, but your oral surgeon uses specific techniques to reduce the risk. If a dental implant fails, can your surgeon repair it, or will they need to replace it? Can a Surgeon Repair Your Failed…
READ MOREShould I Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed If They Are Not Causing Any Pain?
If your wisdom teeth do not hurt, should you get them removed by an oral surgeon? The answer depends on the health and position of your wisdom teeth and how they can affect your long-term oral health. We will discuss five factors that can help you decide when removing your wisdom teeth makes sense. Five Reasons for Removing Painless Wisdom Teeth Even if your wisdom…
READ MORETypes of Bone Grafts for Dental Implants
A bone graft for dental implants is the process of transferring natural or synthetic tissue—or both—to your jawbone to restore areas of low bone volume or density. Tooth roots stimulate and preserve the jawbone; thus, the bone shrinks in spaces where teeth are missing. Therefore, bone grafting is a common procedure if you want dental implants but do not have enough healthy bone. According to…
READ MOREYour Guide to Eating After Complete Tooth Replacement with Dental Implants
After tooth replacement with dental implants, you will need to stay away from foods that are hard to chew or that are crunchy. Here are basic guidelines for you to follow after your dental implant procedure.
READ MORE7 Questions I Should Ask My Oral Surgeon During a Consultation
It is completely natural to be nervous about having any type of surgery, including oral surgery. During your consultation, your oral surgeon will cover a lot of information, including your diagnosis, treatment plan, types of anesthesia, what happens during the procedure, and how to prepare for surgery and the recovery period.
READ MOREWhat Can You Eat After Wisdom Teeth Removal?
At the Maryland Center for Oral Surgery and Dental Implants, wisdom teeth removal is one of the most common procedures we offer. It is rare for wisdom teeth to erupt fully and be healthy. And removing them is the best option for your oral health.
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