Canine Exposure

Impacted teeth can cause major pain in addition to health problems. Canine teeth are commonly impacted; however, here at Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA, we are able to expose canine teeth and guide them into the correct position. We call this procedure canine exposure.

Our canine teeth are important for grasping food and biting into it. When a canine tooth is impacted, it is still stuck in the jaw and not allowed to fully emerge. This can lead to troubles eating, it can lead to hygiene problems, pain, and damage to other teeth. In addition, it can affect the aesthetics of your smile.

To expose the canine tooth, first, your doctor will make an incision in the gum tissue where the tooth is still stuck. This will clear a path for the tooth to emerge through. A dental brace will then be attached to the tooth so it can be slowly guided into the correct position.

Impacted canine teeth can cause serious problems, but luckily there is a solution. If you suspect you have an impacted canine tooth, be sure to schedule an appointment with us. To schedule with Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania in one of our Philadelphia, PA locations, call us at (215) 463-4141 or visit our website, www.oralsurgerypa.com. 

Dental Implant Surgery Process

A dental implant is by far the most life-like and long-lasting tooth replacement you can get. This is why at Oral Surgery Consultants in Philadelphia, PA, we perform dental implant surgery for our patients.

With great oral hygiene and routine visits to your dentist, dental implants are able to last a lifetime. There are other replacement options out there like bridges and dentures; however, these options will eventually need to be replaced. In addition, bridges reduce some of your healthy teeth for placement.

The installation of a dental implant is a surgical procedure. First, an incision will be made so the titanium implant post can be inserted into the bone socket. A hole is drilled into the bone and the implant post is inserted. The gums are then sealed and allowed to heal for several months. When the healing process is complete, the gums are opened back up and an abutment is attached to the dental implant. The abutment will serve as the base for the permanent crown that will be attached. After the permanent crown is cemented into place, the process is complete.  

If you are looking to replace a tooth with a permanent option, ask us about dental implants. To schedule an appointment with Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania in the Philadelphia, PA area, call us at (215) 463-4141 or visit our website, www.oralsurgerypa.com. 

What is an Alveoloplasty?

At The Oral Surgery Consults of Pennsylvania, one of the surgeries that we perform is called an alveoloplasty. Alveoloplasty refers to the shaping of the alveolar process using surgical methods and is commonly used in preparation for dentures. This surgical procedure itself is done if a person has bony projections, sharp crestal bones or undercuts, and is usually completed at the time of surgical extractions.

An alveoloplasty can be performed as a part of the tooth extraction process, or as its own stand-alone procedure. When performed prior to (partial or complete) denture construction, it’s used to optimize the shape of a patient’s jawbone (ridge) to avoid complications with appliance insertion, comfort, stability and/or retention. When performed in association with tooth extractions, it also establishes a jawbone shape that helps to facilitate the healing process that follows.

If you have questions about the alveoloplasty procedure, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.oralsurgerypa.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania located in Philadelphia, call 215-463-4141.

Frenectomy Facts

A frenum is a muscular attachment between two tissues that is found between the upper two front teeth, under the tongue, and on the sides of the gums.  When a child is having trouble eating, swallowing, or speaking, a frenectomy may be recommended to remove one of these folds of tissue. At Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania, before recommending a frenectomy, we will consider several factors. One factor is whether the condition is likely to fix itself eventually without surgery.   

The lingual frenum connects the tongue to the floor of the mouth. Sometimes, the lingual frenum can run all the way to the tip of the tongue, causing a person to be “tongue-tied.” If your newborn is having difficulty feeding because of tongue tie, then a frenectomy is needed. A frenectomy is a minor surgical procedure that is performed in a dental office. 

If you have questions about the frenectomy procedure, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.oralsurgerypa.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania located in Philadelphia, call 215-463-4141.

Break Those Bad Oral Habits

If eating food and beverages that are hot or cold make you say, “Ouch,” you’re likely practicing some bad habits that are causing your teeth to be sensitive. Sometimes the solution is simply breaking bad habits. If you catch yourself performing any of the following tasks, our staff at Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania encourages you to cut back.

• You’re brushing too hard – over time, if you brush with too much force, you can wear down the protective layers of your teeth and expose the microscopic hollow tubes or canals that lead to your dental nerves. When these tubules are exposed, tooth sensitivity is a result.


• You’re eating too many acidic foods – If the pathways to your nerves are exposed, acidic foods will cause you pain.


• You have tooth decay – If you have tooth decay, it’s easy for bacteria to accumulate in these tiny crevices, which causes acid build-up and enamel breakdown.


• You’re a tooth grinder – Grinding your teeth can wear down your enamel. This exposes the dentin and causes sensitive teeth.

To learn more about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.oralsurgerypa.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania located in Philadelphia, call 215-463-4141.