Wesley Christian, DDS PC

02/26/2026

Lakewood Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Specialists
It's always a party when the King Cake shows up!

02/18/2026

At our office, we don't just fix teeth- we restore confidence, relieve pain, and help our patients feel proud to share their smiles with the world. Call today to schedule your smile evaluation!

02/11/2026

Happy Hump Day!!!
New Patients Always Welcome!

12/19/2025

We have lost all control of AARon this year! Send help!!

12/17/2025

When Ronjour AKA A.A.Ron
Gets out of his sauna we can finally get our instruments cleaned!!!

12/16/2025

A.A Ron bringing in his Tuesday with a bang!

12/15/2025

Our elf .. Rongour (aka) A.ARon has shown up but we think he thinks he is on vacation!!!

11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day Dr.C thank you for your service!

To all our Veterans we want to wish you a Happy Veterans Day and Thank you for your service. Especially our very own Veteran Marine Dr. Wesley Christian!

10/30/2025

Have a safe and Happy Halloween!

10/23/2025

In honor of Dental Hygiene month we want to thank our amazing hygienist Jackie and Kim.
We want to you both to know how amazing you are. Your dental team and patients appreciate all you do!

10/16/2025

It is our privilege to have Dr. Christian at the helm of our team. Today is your day, Dr. C!! HAPPY BOSSES DAY!! We plan to keep you on board for a tenure comparable to Dr. Bones! 🎉🎊😊

09/03/2025

🚨One missing tooth is never “just one tooth.”
The moment a tooth is lost, your entire mouth begins to change—often silently, but with serious consequences.

When the gap is left unfilled, neighboring teeth drift and tilt into the empty space. This creates misalignment, uneven spacing, and difficulty in cleaning, which allows food to get trapped and increases the risk of cavities and gum infection.

The opposing tooth in the upper jaw (or lower, depending on the lost tooth) also starts to move downward into the gap—a process called supereruption. This not only weakens the bite but can also disturb the natural balance of your jaw.

Over time, the bite changes strain the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), leading to jaw pain, clicking, or even headaches. Chewing efficiency drops, forcing other teeth to work harder, which may accelerate wear and damage.

Beneath the missing tooth, the jawbone begins to shrink because it no longer receives stimulation from chewing. As bone resorbs, facial support weakens, giving the face a sunken or aged appearance.

Worse still, untreated infections from trapped food and decayed neighboring teeth can spread beyond the mouth—contributing to systemic health problems such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes complications, or worsening existing medical conditions.

✅ The solution: Timely replacement with options like dental implants, bridges, or dentures. Restoring even one missing tooth preserves alignment, bite function, bone health, and overall well-being.