What is Anesthesia & Why Do I Need it?

For hundreds of years, people from different societies tried to find a solution to ease pain during surgery. It wasn’t until 1846 that William Morton publicly and effectively used anesthesia during an operation. In 2016, 170 years later, this medicine is still being used in modern hospitals, dentist offices, and surgery centers. There is no need to be in pain during a surgery anymore with the invention of anesthesia, a medicine that numbs the sensation of pain.

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What Is TMJ & How Do I Treat It?

You have a hidden joint known as the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) located in front of your ear which allows you to open your jaw. This joint controls your lower jaw so you can eat, laugh, speak, and yawn with ease. However, if this joint is functioning improperly, every day activities become unbearable.

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Wear Your Mouth Guard & Celebrate National Facial Protection Month

As facial trauma specialists, we see a lot of injuries to the head and mouth that could have been prevented with the proper protective gear. April is National Facial Protection Month, the perfect time for us to remind you that wearing a mouth guard, helmet, vision protection, and other gear is crucial during outdoor sports and other activities.

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What Should I Do if My Tooth Gets Knocked Out?

Children aren’t the only ones who can lose teeth. If you fall, run into something, or experience another kind of accident and a permanent tooth falls out, what should you do? If you act fast, your tooth can be saved. Here are several steps you can take to preserve your tooth if it falls out.

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Why Should I Get My Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, typically begin to appear in your late teens or early twenties. If you are in high school or college, your dentist or orthodontist might have told you that your wisdom teeth need to be surgically removed. But why? Won’t your wisdom teeth grow in like your other molars?

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What Are the Benefits of All on 4?

All on 4 is a procedure that allows for total restoration of missing or badly damaged teeth in as little as one day. Your oral surgeon will strategically place four dental implants into your jaw and then attach an intermediate bridge onto the implants the very same day.

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Replacing Missing Teeth: Dentures vs. Dental Implants

Unfortunately missing teeth is a common problem for many Americans. Several factors such as tooth decay, gum disease, or injury can cause you to lose your teeth. One way to replace missing teeth is to wear full or partial dentures, but these can look and feel unnatural. At Athens Oral Surgery Center, we believe dental implants are an effective and lasting alternative to dentures.

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