Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

If you have a disease, injury or defect involving the hard and soft tissue of the oral and maxillofacial regions you may need oral and maxillofacial surgery. Or maybe you've just lost a tooth and instead of having a gaping hole in your mouth you would like a dental implant.

A dental implant is designed to replace a single tooth and it consists of three parts.

3 Parts of a Dental Implant

• The titanium implant fuses with the jawbone.

• The abutment which fits of the portion of the implant that protrudes from the gum line.

• The crown.

Some people who are missing a tooth choose to have a fixed bridge, but the downside of a bridge is that your surgeon may have to cut down the healthy teeth on either side of the space where you lost the tooth, and then those teeth may need to be fixed in the future.

If you are missing several teeth in the same area of your mouth, you can still enjoy the confidence and lifestyle benefits that come with dental implants. Your surgeon can place two or more implants, depending on the number of teeth that are missing. Your replacement teeth will be attached to the implants to allow function and prevent bone loss. The implants work as support bases that lock your replacement teeth and dentures to prevent slipping and bone loss.

Corrective Jaw

If your jaw or teeth don't line up correctly and you have problems chewing, speaking and even breathing, then corrective jaw or orthognathic surgery may benefit you. This surgery does not only correct functional problems, but it can dramatically enhance your appearance as well.

Corrective jaw surgery moves your teeth and jaws into positions that are more balanced, functional and healthy. While the goal of the surgery is to improve your bite and function, an added benefit is the enhancement to your appearance and speech. The results of corrective jaw surgery can have a dramatic as well as a positive effect on your life. So if you need the surgery, you should consult a surgeon near you, it won't be long until you are enjoying the new you!

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