Oral Surgery
Bone Graft
Bone is living tissue. At any one time, our body is forming new bone and removing existing bone in a constant process of bone remodeling. Our jawbones are strengthened by a physical stimulus such as the biting and chewing forces transmitted through the teeth…
Dental Implants
A dental implant (tooth implant) is a small titanium fixture that serves as a replacement for the root portion of a missing natural tooth. Titanium is used because it is most bio-compatible with our human body…
Frenectomy
A frenectomy is the removal or reduction in size of a band of tissue called a frenum. There are two frenums located in the mouth : the labial frenum and lingual frenum. The labial frenum is found in the upper arch…
Sinus Lift
A sinus lift is required if there is inadequate bone height in the upper jaw to support a dental implant. The maxillary sinus membrane is lifted upwards to create space for the additional bone. This may be needed if implants are indicated for the upper jaw…
Wisdom Tooth Removal
Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, typically appear between the ages of 16 and 25 years. If there is sufficient space for the wisdom teeth to erupt normally and be correctly positioned, they can be easily cleaned and therefore do not cause problems…