South Florida Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Blog

Did you know that approximately 10 to 30% of people have some level of anxiety about undergoing dental procedures? This causes people with dental issues to delay getting treatment, worsening the issue, and leading to additional discomfort. Fortunately, in modern times, we have a variety of sedation options to help even the most anxious patients get the essential dental care they need. General anesthesia is the highest level of sedation that a dental patient can receive, but who makes a good candidate? Continue reading to learn more about how general anesthesia works and when it’s used.

The wisdom teeth typically begin to emerge in the late teens or early twenties, and they often bring with them a plethora of oral health problems. Because of this, dentists often recommend having them extracted. Wisdom teeth are impacted if they do not properly emerge from the gums, making them more vulnerable to injury and decay that can jeopardize the health of the rest of the mouth. Here’s what you should know about impacted wisdom teeth, a few signs that you might have them, and what your dentist can do to help.

Are you considering making the switch from dentures to dental implants? It’s a big step on your oral health journey that could drastically improve your quality of life. However, the transition isn’t fast or simple. This can sometimes deter patients from seeking out dental implants if they’re unprepared—even if implants are better for them!

If you’re determined to move from dentures to dental implants, being well-informed can make all the difference. Continue reading to learn what you need to know for success!

Ah, wisdom teeth! Their appearance marks a definitive transition from childhood to adulthood. Even so, they don’t always come when, or how, you expect. Sometimes these teeth grow at strange angles, or sometimes not at all—getting stuck under the gumline. So, why do these third molars end up like this so much?

If you want to learn all about wisdom teeth and why they often grow sideways, continue reading!

Are you anxious when you go to the dentist? You’re not the only one! Millions of Americans suffer from mild to severe dental anxiety for many reasons. One of the best tools available to help ease this frustration is nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas. It can be used to reduce anxiety and discomfort while you’re in the chair.

If you want to learn more about nitrous oxide sedation for your next appointment, continue reading.