Oral Surgery Blog for Patients
The Remarkable Evolution of All-on-4 Dental Implants
Modern dentistry has reached an extraordinary milestone: restoring an entire arch of teeth using only four strategically placed titanium implants. Known as All-on-4, this technique has transformed the lives of patients who once struggled with failing teeth, unstable dentures, or advanced bone loss. But this innovation didn’t appear overnight – it emerged through decades of […]
Facial Bone Recontouring: What You Need to Know
Whether you want to achieve facial balance, highlight a positive feature, or downplay one, facial contouring offers subtle alterations that can create dramatic results. At Bergen Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, our experienced team specializes in personalized facial contouring procedures designed to enhance your natural features while maintaining harmony and proportion. By combining advanced surgical techniques […]
Small, medium & large: A simple guide to bone grafts
Oral surgical procedures such as dental implants make it possible to restore one or all of a patient’s missing teeth in just one day. However, not everyone is an immediate candidate for this type of restorative solution. In cases where patients have experienced major bone loss, grafts must be completed first in order to strengthen […]
Mouth Cancer Warning Signs & Risk Factors
Yes – mouth cancer can be detected early, and early detection dramatically increases survival rates. Patients whose oral cancer is diagnosed before it spreads to the lymph nodes have survival odds two and a half times higher than those diagnosed later. But early detection only works if people know what to look for. Many patients […]
We’re Celebrating Children’s Dental Health Month
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, a national health observance that brings us together with fellow dental professionals, healthcare providers, and educators to promote the benefits of good oral health! The theme this year is “Choose Tap Water for a Sparkling Smile.” Did you know that drinking water in the United States is generally […]
Antibiotics Dos and Don’ts
If you’re preparing for oral surgery, you might have concerns and questions about the healing process. Both pre-surgery and post-operative care are important, and it’s essential that you follow your surgeon’s instructions carefully to ensure your procedure goes smoothly. And how about antibiotics? Will you receive a prescription before surgery? Afterward? What do you need […]
Can You Get Dental Implants While Pregnant?
Yes – dental implants can technically be placed after the first trimester, but most oral surgeons strongly recommend waiting until after pregnancy unless there is an urgent medical need. This approach protects both mother and baby from unnecessary stress, radiation exposure, and anesthesia risks. Before you decide how to proceed, it’s important to understand why […]
