Oral-Facial & Implant Surgery

12/18/2025

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

08/14/2025

Should your general dentist perform a tooth extraction, or is it best to visit an oral and maxillofacial surgeon? It depends on the type of tooth extraction: simple or surgical.

11/17/2024

It can take up to six weeks for a wisdom tooth extraction to heal, but there are many ways to help speed up recovery. Learn more about how to heal after wisdom teeth removal.

08/30/2024

Missing one or more teeth can lead to other health issues including:
• Poor nutritional choices due to chewing issues
• Bone loss
• Exacerbated jaw joint and TMJ problems
• Increased risk of changes to the stomach lining from chronic inflammation
• Increased risk of kidney disease and diabetes
Learn how dental implants can help at MyOMS.org.

https://myoms.org/what-we-do/dental-implant-surgery/edentulism/

08/17/2024

Do you have missing teeth? A long-term solution is the placement of dental implants. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon has the specialized training necessary to ensure the best possible results. To find an OMS, visit MyOMS.org.

https://myoms.org/what-we-do/dental-implant-surgery/

08/07/2024

Wisdom teeth are a third set of molars. Impacted wisdom teeth are teeth that are unable to erupt through the gums. Learn why they should be removed.

07/25/2024

07/19/2024

Teeth that are impacted, fractured or diseased may require extraction. Dr. Lohiya explores some of the signs a tooth needs to be pulled. For more information...

06/12/2024

When a blood clot dislodges after a tooth extraction, it’s called dry socket (alveolar osteitis). Learn why this painful condition happens and how best to prevent it after wisdom teeth removal.