Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) are electrical devices that vaporize into an aerosol mist containing various concentrations of nicotine. Use of e-cigarettes is commonly known as “vaping.” E-cigarettes have become increasingly popular and represent a large proportion of nicotine use among all ages of the general population. However, the most significant rate of uptake is from the […]
April is Oral Cancer Awareness month, and East Georgia Center for Oral & Facial Surgery would like to invite you to join us in our national screening campaign to end oral cancer! In hopes to raise Oral Cancer Awareness and the need for early detection in order to save lives, we invite you to visit us at our new location […]
The benefits of good dental and general health begin well before your baby is born. Your baby’s teeth start developing between the third and sixth months of pregnancy. Brushing, flossing, and maintaining good oral hygiene is essential for a healthy mouth. You should brush your teeth with a fluoride toothpaste for two minutes twice daily […]
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are experts in the mouth, face, and jaw surgery. They are the only dental specialists recognized by the American Dental Association who are surgically trained in a hospital-based residency program. The path to becoming an oral and maxillofacial surgeon is quite rigorous, and the total length of education and training after high school is […]
Once your dental implant surgery is over and has gone well, you’re going to want to comfortably recover and follow your surgeon’s advice to ensure maximum healing. Below are a few tips to keep in mind after you leave our office upon undergoing a dental implant surgery. Bleeding After your surgery, your surgeon will place […]
You should have a say in how your pain is treated after surgery. The majority of patients receive an opioid medication after surgery. While opioids have been a mainstay in post-surgical pain control, they are also at the center of an ongoing national crisis. 1 out of 15 surgical patients goes on to long-term opioid […]
All of our patients deserve quality dental care with the highest standards. We strive to establish positive treatment experiences during an individual’s developmental years to help shape a favorable outlook towards future dental and medical care. When choosing an oral surgeon for your child, it is essential that you select a practice that is experienced, […]
Dental implants are the best treatment option for missing teeth and more patients are taking advantage of this expanding technology. Dental implants are able to replace one or several missing teeth. They are gently placed into your jawbone by an oral and facial surgeon and are embedded there just like your natural teeth. Rather than […]
As the summer approaches, many teenagers and young adults utilize their break from school to schedule a suitable time to have their wisdom teeth evaluated. Studies show that 90% of patients will have a wisdom tooth removed in their lifetime. Wisdom teeth do not require removal if they are able to grow into one’s mouth […]
