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Common Oral Health Problems in Senior Citizens

WEBOral health is important in all stages of life. As you age, you may face unique oral health challenges that don't affect younger patients as frequently.

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Oral Mucoceles: What Causes Them and How to Treat Them

WEBOral mucoceles, sometimes called an oral mucous cyst, is a harmless, painless swelling on the lip or inside of the mouth. These common oral lesions, which …

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What Are Tori, Can They Be Removed, and Why Should They Be …

WEBTori are benign (non-cancerous) growths of extra bone in the mouth. They most commonly occur on the tongue side of the lower jaw on both sides. Tori also occur …

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Dental Hygiene Checklist: Follow These Steps to Achieve Good …

WEBPractice good oral hygiene. Brush teeth thoroughly twice a day for two minutes and floss daily between the teeth to remove dental plaque. Use a soft-bristled …

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Tongue Reduction Surgery: What Patients Need to Know

WEBAvoid hard or dry foods that can result in discomfort and bleeding. Stay Quiet and Rested— For a few weeks, avoid strenuous activities that could increase the risk of …

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Understanding and Managing Abscessed Teeth: Causes, …

WEBAn abscessed tooth is a dental infection that originates from a bacterial infection within the inner pulp of the tooth or the surrounding gum tissue.

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Understanding Dental Implants: What is a Healing Abutment

WEBA healing abutment will help shape the gum tissue and mold it into a position that will allow your new crown to fit naturally in your mouth. A healing abutment, just like …

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What to Do When an Adult Tooth Falls Out

WEBClean the tooth gently. Clean the Tooth: Do not scrub or wipe the tooth but you can gently clean it by rinsing it with water, sterile saline solution or even milk. Put …

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Dental Bone Grafts: Are you a Candidate

WEBWhy You Might Be a Candidate. Implants, and thus bone grafts, may be a great option for several reasons: They can help your other natural teeth and stay healthy …

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Oral Surgery for Special-Needs Patients

WEBWhen patients with special needs require oral surgery, additional care and compassion are vital to guarantee a comfortable procedure and a successful outcome. …

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Sore Spot: Your Oral Surgeon Can Treat Scar Tissue in Your Mouth

WEBThis is a quick procedure, usually done under local anesthesia. Your oral and maxillofacial surgeon will flatten the area by removing the scar tissue and then close the …

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Everything You Need to Know About Socket Preservation

WEBSteps for socket preservation may include: · After removal of the tooth, gum is elevated away from the bone. · The socket is thoroughly cleansed, sometimes with an …

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Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Your Oral Surgery: What to …

WEBThe severity of any pre-existing medical conditions is irrelevant - you should tell your oral surgeon about them regardless. Asthma, HIV, eating disorders, pregnancy, …

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Frequently Asked Questions About Removing Tori

WEBTori, also known as mandibular tori, is an oral disease that affects five to ten percent of the adult population. While the condition is typically asymptomatic, those who …

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Labial Frenectomy for Older Children and Teenagers for …

WEBFrenectomies are usually performed when a frenulum is causing significant functional issues or impeding orthodontic treatment. This procedure is common in …

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The Hard Truth about Hard Candies and Your Teeth

WEBThe habit of biting hard candies, like biting ice, or other very hard surfaces can lead to weakened, cracked, chipped and broken teeth. Chewing hard candies over …

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Surgical Removal of Palatal Maxillary Exostoses

WEBAnesthesia: The surgical procedure is typically performed under IV sedation with local anesthesia, ensuring you remain comfortable and pain-free during the …

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Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Welcomes Ryan H. Parnell, …

WEBNorthwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery proudly announces the addition of a new oral surgeon to its growing practice. In early August 2020, Dr. Ryan H. Parnell will …

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Pineapple Juice and Wisdom Teeth Removal Recovery: Fact or …

WEBThe answer is mixed: in other words, the jury is still out. There is an argument for pineapple juice helping with inflammation because it contains high levels of …

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