Oral Surgery Blog for Patients
The Negative Effects of Smoking on Dental Implants
There’s no question that smoking is bad for your health and harms every organ of the body, but our patients here at Bergen Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery who smoke often want to understand exactly how smoking affects the chances for successful dental implant surgery. Put simply, smoking has adverse effects on oral health for obvious […]
Nervous Patients? Here are Six Simple Tips for Successful Post-Surgery Recovery
Dentists, you probably know firsthand the anxiety that patients often feel about any type of oral surgical procedure. Not to worry. Patients who follow their doctor’s orders after their wisdom teeth, dental implant, or other oral surgery are likely to have a positive, trouble-free experience. In fact, patients often don’t realize that… Most oral surgeries […]
4 Reasons NOT to Worry About Your Upcoming Implant Surgery
If you are scheduled to have dental implant surgery soon, you might be a little anxious. Don’t be! This procedure is quite routine, very common, and one that we at Bergen Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery perform every day. Here are four reasons not to stress about this surgery: In most cases, dental implant surgery is […]
Implants vs. Bridges: Which is Better?
Has your dentist recommended looking into a dental bridge or implant to replace one or more of your missing teeth? If so, take the time to understand the differences between these options. Dental implants permanently replace the natural root of the tooth (with a titanium post that connects to your bone) so that the new […]
All-on-4 ™: A Revolutionary Dental Implant Technique
If you wear dentures or need many or all of your teeth replaced, perhaps you’ve been dreading the dental implant procedure—or have been told that you’re not a candidate. Here’s some great news: Bergen Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery offers the All-on-4 ™ dental implant technique, and almost anyone is a candidate. This revolutionary process was […]
Can I Take Antibiotics Before my Dental Procedure?
If you are preparing for a dental procedure, one question that may be on your mind is whether or not you can/should take antibiotics before the procedure. It’s a question our NJ oral surgeons receive often here at Bergen Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and there are two aspects of the topic to discuss: Antibiotics prescribed […]
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 […]
Put a Permanent Smile on Your Face with All-On-4®
Have you lost all—or nearly all—your teeth to age, advanced periodontal disease, decay, or injury? Are your removable dentures failing and causing too many problems? Have you been told you are not a candidate for dental implant surgery due to bone loss in your jaw? A good restorative dentistry alternative for patients seeking a different […]
