Dental Blog - Las Vegas & Henderson, NV

When you want to have a perfect smile, your teeth have to be in pristine condition. If you feel like the state of your teeth is impeding your perfect smile, a visit to the dentist’s office will be a vital first step. At the dentist’s office, you will get several options that can improve the […]

Many people mistake maxillofacial cancer for other common problems like a cold or a toothache. It may start as bleeding sores that never go away. Maxillofacial cancer mainly affects the tongue, lips, sinuses, cheeks, floor of the mouth, throat, and soft and hard palate. If not diagnosed and treated as soon as possible, it can […]

Cosmetic surgery is usually performed on people with no medical conditions. Its main intention is to enhance your body’s appearance and shape rather than restore. In some instances, the surgery helps treat some conditions that have occurred due to other medical conditions, which are no longer present. Your body shape and image can greatly affect […]

Patients scheduled to receive dental implants may need a sinus lift procedure. It is a surgery needed in preparation for implants. Not everyone, though, needs a sinus lift for successful implant placement. A dentist will help determine if you need the surgery or not. Do I Need A Sinus Lift? Perhaps you may ask, how […]

Have you ever experienced unexplained facial pain that just won’t go away? If so, you might be dealing with TMJ disorder, a condition that affects the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and can cause significant discomfort in the facial area. For residents of Nevada, understanding this common yet often misunderstood condition is the first step toward finding […]

Oral and maxillofacial surgery is an exclusive specialty that combines dental and medical science. This specialty treats medical problems and conditions related to teeth, jaws, mouth, and face. Typically, the operations involved include trauma surgery, reconstructive surgery, and other dental procedures such as wisdom teeth extraction and dental implants. Specialists who perform such procedures must […]

When a dentist removes a tooth, whether an impacted wisdom tooth or a severely decayed molar, the procedure leaves a small gap where the tooth once was. This hollow, known as the socket, can be very sensitive initially, so your dentist may recommend socket preservation along with the extraction. What Is Socket Preservation? It is […]

Tooth loss is a common problem across the country despite the numerous improvements in dental care; the causes of tooth loss range from tooth decay to injury and periodontal disease, among many others. Over the years, the only treatment options for missing teeth were dentures and bridges. However, recent advancements in dental care have resulted […]