Posts Tagged ‘ tooth extraction ’

Tooth Extraction Healing Problem in Diabetic Patients

When we perform tooth extraction in patients who may have an immune compromised state such as diabetes (IDDM) or patients on chemotherapy, there is an increased risk of poor healing, poor bone fill, and infection.

What Are Dry Sockets, and What Can You Expect?

Getting a tooth pulled or your wisdom taken out can be painful and downright embarrassing. You might not want to see friends for days, so that they won’t make fun of you for your puffy cheeks. You can’t eat, drink and have to sit in bed all day with the inability to take care of […]

What to Do After Having a Tooth Pulled

After having a tooth pulled or any other dental surgery, there are a number of things you would want to do or to avoid doing to facilitate faster healing. It is important to keep in mind that the area will be tender for a while, and that a blood clot will form on the extraction […]

History of Oral Surgery

Oral surgery has played a large role in ancient and modern-day societies alike. Over the years, oral surgery has helped improve the oral health and quality of life of communities around the world. As oral surgeons and dental implant specialists, we believe it is important to revisit the crucial role our industry has played in an effort to appreciate […]

Oral Surgeons Needed on Medical Missions

 The dental and oral surgery profession is known for their generosity and  talent on medical missions. However, worldwide, there is still a huge need for these specialists’ skills. A great way for dentists and oral surgeons to help find solutions to the world’s ongoing dental crisis is to become involved in medical missions. At Wagner […]

Don’t Take our Word For It

We have been practicing for many years and from the start, we have had a practice philosophy of high quality comprehensive care in a comfortable environment with attention to detail in all aspects of your care.  We merge excellence in background and training with attention to detail.  This is a regular practice and not just […]

Don’t Wait For Wisdom Teeth To Be A Problem

Say the words, “wisdom teeth,” and you’ll probably be greeted with groans and removal stories. The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons estimates that about 85 percent of wisdom teeth will eventually need to be removed.  So if 85 percent of us can carry on our lives without our wisdom teeth why on earth […]