Richardson Oral Surgery Center Blog

If you have experienced the loss of one or more natural teeth, you should certainly explore your options for tooth replacement. Your dentist will likely recommend that you get dental implants, which offer many benefits, including strength, durability, and support for the health of your jawbone. However, dental implants have at least one significant drawback; they tend to cost more than other forms of tooth replacement. Can you expect your medical insurance to cover them? This blog post explains what you should know.

Are you anxious at just the thought of going to the dentist? Dental anxiety is incredibly common and can stem from many factors, including the portrayal of dentistry in media and negative past dental experiences. It is estimated that dental anxiety and dental fear affect approximately 36% of the population. The good news is that there are various sedation options out there that can help even the most fearful patients have a comfortable experience in the dental chair. IV sedation is suitable for those who have extreme dental fear and people who have difficulty sitting still for a long period for one reason or another. Read on to learn about some of the most common drugs that are used in IV sedation.

Are you a young adult experiencing jaw pain or a persistent ache towards the back of your mouth? If so, there’s a chance that your wisdom teeth are growing in. Unfortunately, these late arrivals are notorious for causing issues in their attempt to erupt from your gumline and often require extraction.

Getting wisdom teeth taken out is so common that it’s often considered a rite of passage from youth into adulthood. However, if you still have yours and they’re not causing problems, it’s natural to wonder whether removing them is necessary. Continue reading to learn more about these last molars and why they’re so frequently extracted!

Dental implants are the most successful method of replacing lost teeth. They have over a 95% success rate; however, complications can arise in rare situations. Less than 5% of cases experience dental implant failure, which ultimately leads to the removal of the prosthetic. If your dental implant has failed, here’s what you can expect on the road ahead.

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