September 15, 2023
When it comes to replacing multiple teeth, dental implants are often the most recommended solution by dentists. They offer a permanent, long-lasting replacement that looks and functions like natural teeth. But you might wonder how many dental implants are needed to replace multiple teeth. Understanding the process can alleviate concerns and pave the way toward a full, confident smile. Understanding the Dental Implant Process A......
April 12, 2023
When you lose a tooth and do not have it replaced right away, it can often result in jawbone resorption. Without the natural stimulation provided by your tooth roots, the jawbone can deteriorate, causing unwanted changes to your facial appearance and making dental restoration more challenging. The solution is bone grafting, a procedure that regenerates bone where you need it most. Reasons to Pursue Bone...
April 12, 2023
When you lose one or more teeth, it affects your quality of life in several ways. Fortunately, there are a number of treatments available that can restore missing teeth, with dental implants widely considered to be the gold standard. At Mercer Island Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, one of the most common questions we receive is how long dental implants will last. They are often touted......
April 12, 2023
It is the goal of every oral surgeon to help you keep your natural teeth for as long as possible, hopefully for the entirety of your lifetime. However, some situations may emerge in which a tooth is either too damaged or too diseased to be salvaged, in which case the best option is to extract and replace it. At Mercer Island Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery,......
April 5, 2023
Having your wisdom teeth removed temporarily changes aspects of your daily life while you recover. There are certain things you cannot do, should not do, and should do while healing. One of the things you should not do is drink from straws. Drinking from a straw while recovering from surgery can wreak havoc on your oral health and cause a lot of pain and discomfort.......
March 29, 2023
Sometimes, despite your best efforts to take care of your teeth, you may encounter a situation requiring your teeth to be extracted (or pulled). Tooth extraction is a serious procedure that is not taken lightly by oral surgeons. Dr. Streelman would only recommend extracting a tooth for specific medical reasons. Severe Decay Severe tooth decay occurs when acid and plaque build up on your teeth.......
March 29, 2023
Following dental implant procedures, you have to be careful about what you eat. The implant sites need time to fully heal in order to avoid infection. Implant posts also need time to fully integrate into your jawbone. Therefore, you should avoid chewing at the dental implant site when possible, which affects what you can safely eat after implant placement. Here’s what to eat following a......
March 22, 2023
On average, around 5 million Americans undergo wisdom teeth removal every year. It is a very common procedure with a comparatively short recovery time. However, there is still a recovery process that may temporarily affect your diet, your ability to work, and your exercise regimen. If you are preparing for wisdom teeth removal, you may wonder just how much recovery time you will need before......
March 15, 2023
Every surgical procedure comes with its own recovery process, and corrective jaw surgery is no exception. You might be surprised to learn that recovering from corrective jaw surgery is not as difficult as it may seem. Here is more information on recovering from corrective jaw surgery. Types of Corrective Jaw Surgeries There are many different types of jaw surgeries that can address health conditions and......
March 8, 2023
Corrective jaw surgery is a reconstructive procedure that fixes issues with the alignment of your jaw. When your jaw is misaligned, your smile may appear crooked, but there are potentially far worse problems brewing under the surface. Misaligned jaw bones can contribute to a host of health issues affecting how you eat, how you sleep, and the overall health and longevity of your teeth. If......