Athens Oral Surgery Center
Thousands of Americans have their wisdom teeth removed every year. This removal is often necessary due to the pain or discomfort they cause. However, many people attempt to live with the pain due to false facts they’ve heard! Consider the following four myths about wisdom teeth.
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There are many choices you can choose from when you want to replace missing teeth: dentures, dental implants, bridges, and more. But, which one is right for you? It’s important to do your research and understand exactly which each offer and consult an expert surgeon for your unique case.
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There are many misconceptions floating around the Internet about anesthesia and what happens when you are “asleep.” However, these misconceptions are often just that – completely false!
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Spring is in full bloom and summer is right around the corner. These two seasons are full of playing sports and enjoying beautiful weather! However, without proper facial protection, your enjoyment may be cut short.
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You have a hidden joint known as the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) located in front of your ear which allows you to open your jaw. However, millions of Americans each year suffer from TMJ disorder causing pain.
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Roughly 22 million people in America suffer from sleep apnea. This disorder causes a person to stop breathing for periods of time during the night. Sometimes, people stop breathing for only a handful of seconds or for full minutes at a time. This can lead to serious issues such as a heart attack, stroke, diabetes, and more.
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Bone grafting is an incredible tool that oral surgeons can use to help reconstruct the mouth to prepare itself for dental implants. When teeth are missing, the area along the jawbone slowly breaks down over time. Because of this, the area becomes unusable for future dentures if needed.
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Many young adults have their wisdom teeth removed due to overcrowding in the mouth which prevents the wisdom teeth from properly erupting through the gum. Because of Dr. Tomlinson’s professional expertise, you have no need to fear this surgery. He can perform this surgery swiftly and with precision.
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Orthognathic surgery, also called jaw surgery, aims to straighten or realign your jaws. Many people opt for jaw surgery due to cosmetic need or painful jaw issues.
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Oral pathology is the study of mouth disease regarding its causes, development, and outcomes. Dr. Tomlinson is an expert concerning oral and maxillofacial pathology, and is able to diagnose and surgically treat mouth disease.
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