
Anesthesia: Debunking Common Misconceptions & Fears
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!
Read MoreThere 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!
Read MoreSpring 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.
Read MoreYou 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.
Read MoreRoughly 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.
Read MoreBone 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.
Read MoreMany 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.
Read MoreOrthognathic 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.
Read MoreOral 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.
Read MoreIn oral surgery, prosthetics take the shape of dentures, implants, bridges, crowns, and more. Prosthetics are also used on many other body parts such as a missing arm or leg, a diseased heart valve, a glass eye, or artificial knee joint.
Read MoreFacial trauma includes any external or internal injury to the face. Unexpected injuries can cause physical pain to the affected area. It is important to know that mental and emotional shock may occur alongside the physical pain. If possible, keep calm after an injury.
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