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A dentist may recommend a tooth extraction for many reasons. Abscessed, impacted, and badly broken teeth are often extracted in consideration of the patient's overall dental health. When there is rampant decay present, the patient may have teeth removed and dentures placed. Whatever the reason for having a tooth pulled, it is important that the…

Dental implant placement is a term often used to describe the entire process of installing an implant-supported tooth. The process varies, depending on a patient’s unique set of circumstances. This means that recovery periods also differ from one person to the next. A number of various factors may influence the time that a person takes…

Oral surgeons perform soft tissue grafting procedures for cosmetic and oral health reasons. In both cases, the procedure corrects gum recession. Gum grafts fall under the umbrella of minor oral surgery, meaning that you can typically get the treatment on an outpatient basis. Still, the idea of oral surgery can be daunting. Read on to…