Reynolds Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

03/11/2026

Happy birthday to our wonderful Shelby!!!! We hope you have the most amazing day, thank you for spending it with us!!!!

03/02/2026

Behind every great oral surgeon is an even better Surgical Assistant! 😎

​This week is all about celebrating our assistants!

Surgical assistants are truly the "unsung heroes" of the dental office—they keep the sterile field tight, the patients calm, and Dr. Reynolds on track, and these professionals do it all with precision and grace.

We couldn't provide the level of care we do without their expertise and dedication. Our assistants are the backbone of our team, and we’d be lost without them!

​To Hannah, Natalie and Kat: Thank you for your hard work, your sharp eyes, and for being the best teammates we could ask for.
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01/31/2026

Is your dental insurance actually working for YOU? 🦷
​Right now, insurance CEOs are taking home millions in bonuses while everyday families are forced to delay dental care because of rising premiums and low coverage limits.
​It’s time for a change. We believe your premium dollars should go toward your treatment, not corporate payouts.
​📢 TAKE ACTION: Reach out to your state legislators today! Tell them we need "Dental Loss Ratio" (DLR) reform for dental insurance to ensure that a fair percentage of our premiums is spent on actual patient care.

New data released by the West Virginia Offices of the Insurance Commissioner raises serious questions about how dental insurance premiums are being used in our state.

The report shows that West Virginia consistently ranks below the national average for dental loss ratios. In plain terms, less of each premium dollar is going toward patient care. In some West Virginia dental plans, as little as 43 cents of every premium dollar is spent on care.

Families pay for dental insurance expecting access to care. Instead, too many face confusion, delays, and denials. When most of the money goes somewhere else, patients lose. This data helps explain why so many West Virginians struggle to use the coverage they pay for and why transparency in dental insurance matters.

That is why More for Your Smile is pushing for patient-focused dental insurance reform in West Virginia, including clear reporting on how premium dollars are spent.

➡️ Learn more, share this information, and contact your lawmakers at
www.MoreForYourSmileWV.com

01/27/2026

❄️ Office Closure Alert
​Stay safe and warm, everyone! Due to the ice and freezing temperatures, we have decided to close our office Tuesday, Jan 27, 2026, to ensure the safety of our patients and staff.
​Your well-being is our absolute top priority. We don't want anyone braving dangerous road conditions to get to us!

​Our team will be reaching out to everyone to help you reschedule as soon as possible.
​We plan to resume normal business hours on Wednesday, January 28. 2025 pending weather conditions. Please check back here for updates!
​Thank you for your understanding. Please stay off the roads if you can and keep cozy! ☕🧤

01/25/2026

❄️ OFFICE CLOSURE NOTICE
​Due to the inclement weather, Reyonlds Oral Surgery will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26.
​The safety of our patients and our dedicated staff is our absolute priority. We want everyone to stay off the roads and stay safe and warm.
​We will be back in the office on Tuesday. Our team will reach out to every patient scheduled for Monday to get you back on the calendar as soon as possible.

​Thank you for your understanding!

01/22/2026

Even a single missing tooth can initiate a domino effect, leading to significant dental and structural changes over time.

1️⃣ Bite Disruption
Your teeth are designed to function as a single, balanced unit to maintain proper alignment and chewing efficiency.

🔹Shifting teeth: When a tooth is lost, neighboring teeth begin to drift or tilt into the empty space due to the loss of contact and support.

🔹Supra-eruption: The opposing tooth may start to over-erupt toward the gap because it no longer meets resistance during biting.

🔹Malocclusion: These changes disturb bite harmony, causing uneven tooth wear, jaw strain, TMJ stress, jaw pain, and even chronic headaches.

2️⃣ Jawbone Weakening (Bone Resorption)
The jawbone depends on regular stimulation from tooth roots to maintain its strength and density.

🔹Loss of stimulation: After tooth loss, the bone in that area no longer receives chewing forces.

🔹Rapid bone loss: Studies show that up to 25% of the surrounding bone volume can be lost within the first year if the tooth is not replaced.

🔹Structural instability: Progressive bone loss weakens the support of nearby teeth, increasing the risk of further tooth loss.

3️⃣ Gradual Facial Changes
Although subtle at first, long-term bone loss and bite collapse can alter facial appearance.

🔹Sunken look: Reduced bone support can cause the cheeks and lips to lose fullness.

🔹Premature aging: Loss of facial height contributes to deeper wrinkles and thinning lips.

🔹Collapsed jaw profile: Advanced lower jawbone resorption may rotate the chin forward or upward, creating an aged or collapsed facial appearance.

Disclaimer: For educational purposes only. Always consult a dental professional for diagnosis and treatment.

01/22/2026

Many people think gum disease only affects the mouth — but its impact can extend throughout the body.

Periodontal (gum) disease is more than bleeding gums or loose teeth.
It is a chronic inflammatory infection that allows oral bacteria and inflammatory mediators to enter the bloodstream, influencing multiple organ systems.

Scientific research has linked untreated periodontal disease with:

🔹 Cardiovascular disease – increased risk due to chronic inflammation

🔹Diabetes – a bidirectional relationship affecting blood sugar control

🔹Respiratory diseases – aspiration of harmful oral bacteria

🔹Rheumatic conditions – inflammation-related joint involvement

🔹Neurodegenerative disorders – including associations with Alzheimer’s disease

The mouth is not separate from the body.
It is a gateway to systemic health.
Maintaining healthy gums through professional dental care, daily oral hygiene, and early periodontal treatment is not cosmetic dentistry — it is preventive medicine.

01/22/2026

Momentum is building for patient-focused dental insurance reform in West Virginia. With Senate Bill 548 now filed by Sen. Jason Barrett, the goals of More for Your Smile are officially before the Legislature, advancing transparency and accountability in dental insurance spending.

Now is the time to stay engaged. Learn more at www.MoreForYourSmileWV.com.

01/12/2026

Happy Monday yall!!!!

01/03/2026

Happy Birthday to our Insurance Coordinator, Amber! 🎉 Your hard work behind the scenes makes such a difference for our patients every single day. We hope you have a wonderful celebration! 🥂🍰"

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at ReynoldsOralSurgery! 🎄

​As we celebrate the joy of the season, we want to express our deepest gratitude for the trust you place in our team. We hope your day is filled with warmth, laughter, and plenty of reasons to smile.

​Wishing you and your family a healthy and happy holiday!
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