If you have started to experience something different within your smile, it is a sign that you should speak with an oral health professional. Sometimes these changes are a naturally-occurring situation, but setting aside some time for an examination and oral cancer screening can help you to better understand the differences. When something feels like…
DetailsWhen you’ve lost teeth and time has elapsed since then, your jaw could weaken. The loss of mass and density could make placing dental implants difficult. But our team can conduct a unique surgical procedure to strengthen your smile in preparation for implant placement. At our Fort Worth, TX, oral and maxillofacial surgery office, we…
DetailsImplant dentistry has the ability to give back your complete smile, strengthen your bite, and even preserve your dental and jaw health over time. Because this approach can do so much for you, it is an appealing option, one that helps people feel as though they have seen a real recovery from tooth loss. Unfortunately,…
DetailsWhether you need to arrange treatment for facial trauma or have a loved one suffering from this kind of injury, you can be well aware of its many effects. Beyond the physical problems created by your injury, you can be distraught over how your appearance is altered by trauma. Fortunately, the experienced care of an…
DetailsTooth loss means more than just an embarrassing gap in your smile. Over time, missing teeth could lead to weakened jawbone structure, further tooth loss, and even a prematurely aged appearance. To combat these complications and offer lifelike results, we can secure one or more dental implants. When you experience tooth loss, let your Fort…
DetailsWhen you require maxillofacial or jaw surgery, you can be understandably worried about your comfort during your procedure. After all, this is involved work in a sensitive area. Our Fort Worth, TX treatment office can make this experience easier in several ways. One way we help is by using our experience and skill to provide…
DetailsOrthognathic surgery, also known as corrective jaw surgery, responds to an imbalance of the upper and lower jaws. Issues with bite misalignment and other concerns linked to poor teeth positioning are often addressed through orthodontic treatments. For some individuals, developmental problems can lead to an imbalance makes work on the jaw itself a priority. At…
DetailsWisdom teeth, or third molars, are a fact of life for most people. They used to be unpredictable, because they can emerge anytime from the later teen years into young adulthood, or even later in life. Thanks to advances like dental X-rays, your Ft. Worth,TX oral surgeon can help you manage wisdom tooth extraction on…
DetailsHas your dentist recommended a tooth extraction? An oral and maxillofacial surgeon will remove your tooth during this common oral surgery procedure. There are several different conditions that might warrant a tooth extraction. Here is an explanation of five complications that might require your tooth to be removed. 1. Tooth Decay
DetailsCorrective jaw surgery can effectively achieve a healthier and more functional jaw alignment. After surgery, you’ll notice that your teeth and jaws will work together so you can improve your ability to speak properly and chew efficiently. However, as with any surgery, you should expect some time to recover. You might feel nervous about how…
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