Benefits of Dental Implants

Are you afraid to smile in photos because you’re embarrassed by missing teeth? If so, dental implants are an option for you. Missing teeth can not only make a person frown, but it can make them look older in appearance due to sagging skin. A dental implant is a titanium post that resembles a tooth root and is surgically positioned into the jawbone beneath the gum line that allows our doctors at Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania to mount replacement teeth in the affected area.

To receive dental implants, a patient must have healthy gums and adequate bone structure to support the implant. Once you are deemed a candidate, there are many benefits to reap from dental implants. Not only will you notice a boost of self-esteem, but the ability to eat and speak will be improved. Implants are very durable and can last over 30 years with proper oral hygiene. If you have missing teeth, give us a call to discuss your treatment options.

To inquire about dental implants or to learn more about the services we provide, 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.

Foods to Eat After Oral Surgery

You’re sitting at home, and you’re starving after an oral surgery procedure. Perhaps our doctors of Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania gave you a list of foods to eat, but you don’t have a taste for anything on the post-op menu. Well, don’t worry because we’re here to offer some suggestions to you and to remind you how important it is to eat soft foods after oral surgery.

We understand that a soft food diet may have you feeling a little foolish, but eating soft foods prevents stitches from coming undone after a procedure. To encourage a smooth recovery, get creative with applesauce, ice cream (no sprinkles), soup, mashed potatoes, and yogurt. These foods will not only provide you with relief, but they can give you plenty of nutrients when chosen wisely. Additionally, oatmeal and smoothies can fill you up and keep your smile healthy.

To inquire about foods to eat after oral surgery or to learn more about the services we provide, 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.

Apicoectomy

Many dentists perform root canals to save and repair teeth that are badly damaged or infected.  During a root canal, a dentist removes any inflamed or infected tissue and thoroughly cleans the root canal system. In about 90% of cases, the tooth heals and doesn’t require further treatment. When an infection won’t go away or the canals become re-infected after root canal treatment, our doctors can perform an apicoectomy.

An apicoectomy is also called a root-end resection and is performed to remove damaged tissue and seal a tooth’s root from any further infections.  The procedure involves a small incision in the gums, followed by removal of any infected tissue and finally the end of the root tip itself.  A root-end filling is placed there to act as a seal, preventing reinfection. The gum is sutured, and most patients only feel slight discomfort or swelling during healing.  If you have a tooth infection lingering after a root canal gone wrong, please contact us to discuss your treatment options.

To learn more about the apicoectomy procedure and all the services we offer, 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.

Thank You for Your Positive Testimonials!

The doctors and staff of Oral Surgery Consultants of Pennsylvania appreciate feedback from our patients because it teaches us how to improve as a team. Our staff would not only like to thank Sherrise Pritchett for this five-star review, but we would like to thank her for being an excellent patient. If you recently experienced exceptional service from us, please let us know!  

From the moment we walked in the door the staff was very welcoming. Also, like so many times at other physicians’ offices, we didn't have to wait forever to be seen but only about 10 minutes. Thank you for that, I have a really bad back so sitting for a long time is very painful. The nurse who took my x-rays and blood pressure was very hospitable as well as informing. The doctor was very professional yet friendly and caring. The person with regard to payment and cost for future work was very professional and kind and we so appreciated the doctor's kindness in giving us a break on the cost for the day and the future visit. Once we know that we have obtained the monies for the procedure we will call for an appointment. Again, thank you." –Sherrise Pritchett

To leave a review or learn more about the services we provide, 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.