Dental implants are a popular and long-lasting solution for missing teeth. They provide a stable foundation for artificial teeth so they can look, feel, and function like natural teeth. Not everyone is a good candidate for dental implants, but alternatives like bridges and dentures are available. Let’s discuss the best options for you at your consultation appointment.
The Bar Attachment Denture treatment concept was developed to provide edentulous patients with an efficient and effective restoration using only four implants to support a full dental arch prosthesis. The prosthesis is typically a permanent, screw-retained replacement of the entire upper and / or lower jaw.
ALL-ON-4® is a revolutionary concept providing patients with fully functioning teeth on dental implants in a single procedure. This technology was developed by Nobel Biocare and utilizes collaboration between both the restorative doctor and the oral surgeon.
Bone grafts can help restore lost or damaged bone due to tooth loss or extraction. They create a stable foundation for dental implants by bone. This can be done by regenerating lost bone using material from the patient, a donor, or synthetic sources. If you’re experiencing bone loss or require dental implants. It’s important to ask your oral surgeon about your options regarding bone grafting.
Wisdom teeth removal is a surgical procedure to extract one or more third molars from the jawbone. It’s typically recommended if you are experiencing pain, infection, crowding, misalignment, or if there’s a risk of cysts or tumors developing. Often, wisdom teeth are removed in order to avoid these complications! Learn more about the best way forward for your specific situation when you meet with our team.
Single or Full mouth extractions involve the removal of all the teeth in a patient’s upper or lower jaw. This procedure is usually done under general anesthesia and is necessary for severe gum disease, extensive decay, trauma to the teeth, or a congenital condition. If you think you may need an extraction; It’s important to consult with an experienced dental surgeon to discuss your options and determine a customized treatment plan based on your specific needs.
We provide a wide range of procedures that involve surgery of the mouth, teeth, jaw, and face. This includes Bone Grafting, treatment for Facial Trauma, and more.
Orthognathic surgery is needed when jaws don’t meet correctly and/or teeth don’t seem to fit with jaws. Teeth are straightened with orthodontics and corrective jaw surgery repositions a misaligned jaw. This not only improves facial appearance, but also ensures that teeth meet correctly and function properly.
Local anesthesia that numbs the surgical area, intravenous sedation for a more profound relaxation, and general anesthesia for a sleep-like state during the procedure. The doctors are licensed in New Mexico to administer General Anesthesia and IV Sedation. All procedures are performed with the highest standard of care in monitoring and anesthetic care.
Pre-prosthetic surgery is the first step to getting dentures or prosthetics. After all, this surgery will prepare your mouth, ensuring there are no surprises in the procedure that will follow.
Distraction osteogenesis was initially used to treat defects of the oral and facial region in 1990. Since then, the surgical and technological advances made in the field of distraction osteogenesis have provided the oral and maxillofacial surgeons with a safe and predictable method to treat selected deformities of the oral and facial skeleton .
Advanced screenings help prevent the development of oral cancer and other diseases. We are here to help you move forward, when something doesn’t seem quite right.
People with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have disrupted sleep and low blood oxygen levels. When obstructive sleep apnea occurs, the tongue is sucked against the back of the throat. This blocks the upper airway and airflow stops. When the oxygen level in the brain becomes low enough, the sleeper partially awakens, the obstruction in the throat clears, and the flow of air starts again, usually with a loud gasp.
Cleft lip surgery is usually performed when the child is about ten years old. The goal of surgery is to close the separation, restore muscle function, and provide a normal shape to the mouth. The nostril deformity may be improved as a result of the procedure or may require a subsequent surgery.
A cleft palate is initially treated with surgery safely when the child is between 7 to 18 months old. This depends upon the individual child and his/her own situation. For example, if the child has other associated health problems, it is likely that the surgery will be delayed.
Bone morphogenic protein is an isolated protein that induces specific cells in our body to form new cartilage and bone . During surgery, the BMP is soaked onto and binds with a collagen sponge. The sponge is then designed to resorb, or disappear, over time. As the sponge dissolves, the bone morphogenic protein stimulates the cells to produce new bone.
Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is exactly what the name suggests. The substance is a by-product of blood (plasma) that is rich in platelets. Until now, its use has been confined to the hospital setting. This was due mainly to the cost of separating the platelets from the blood (thousands) and the large amount of blood needed (one unit) to produce a suitable quantity of platelets.
An impacted tooth simply means that it cannot break through and function like your other teeth. It’s very common for patients to develop problems with impacted third molar (wisdom) teeth. These teeth often don’t erupt into position in the back of the jaw and, if ignored, can develop painful infections and other problems. The maxillary cuspid (upper eyetooth) is the second most common tooth to become impacted.
Chin augmentation has helped thousands of people improve their appearance by altering their facial contours. Good candidates for mentoplasty are those with a receding chin and a normal dental bite. If bite dysfunction is evident corrective jaw (orthognathic) surgery may be necessary in conjunction with mentoplasty.
3D system utilizes cone beam CT technology and provided precise, crystal-clear digital images while minimizing your exposure to radiation. Our new 3D system enables us to perform a wider range of diagnoses and treatments in our office, helping to reduce multiple visits.
