Jay Platt, DDS, PC

Wisdom teeth can be confusing. Maybe your dentist noticed them on an X-ray. Maybe one has started bothering you. Or perhaps you feel completely fine but have been told that it is time to have them evaluated. That often leads to a bigger question: Do my wisdom teeth actually need to come out? There is […]

  Dental implants have excellent long-term survival rates and can provide many years of reliable function for patients who are missing teeth. Large systematic reviews have found that the vast majority of implants studied remain in place after 10 years, and newer research has documented favorable outcomes extending to 20 years.¹⁻³ Still, no medical or […]

  One of the most common questions patients ask after learning they need a dental implant is: “Will I also need a bone graft?” The answer depends on your individual situation. Some patients have enough healthy jawbone to support a dental implant right away, while others may benefit from a bone graft before or during […]

  Dental implants have become one of the most reliable ways to replace missing teeth. If you are considering implant treatment, one of the first questions you may ask is, “How long will my dental implant last?” The answer is encouraging. Dental implants are designed to be a long-term solution for missing teeth, and many […]

  One of the most common concerns patients have when considering dental implants has nothing to do with the procedure itself. Instead, many ask a simple question: “Am I too old to get dental implants?” The good news is that, for most people, age alone does not prevent someone from being a good candidate for […]

One of the most common questions patients ask after losing a tooth is, “Do I really need to replace it?” While many people are concerned about the appearance of a missing tooth, there is another issue that is often overlooked: bone loss. The answer is yes. Missing teeth can lead to bone loss in the […]

At Jay Platt, DDS Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center, patient safety is always a top priority. If you are taking a GLP-1 medication and are preparing for oral surgery, it is important to let your surgical team know before your procedure. GLP-1 medications work by helping control blood sugar and appetite. One of the […]

Oral cancer is often overlooked in everyday health conversations, yet its impact can be significant if not identified early. At Jay Platt DDS Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center, screenings are an essential part of comprehensive oral care—not just for detecting disease, but for protecting long-term health and function. Unlike many conditions that cause obvious […]

Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the last teeth to develop in the mouth. They usually appear between the ages of 17 and 25, a time often referred to as the “age of wisdom.” While some people have enough space for these teeth to grow normally, many others experience problems when wisdom teeth […]

Summer Is Prime Time for Dental Emergencies—Are You Prepared? Summer is one of the busiest and most active times of the year. Between sports, travel, outdoor activities, and social events, routines change—and with that comes an increased risk of dental injuries and unexpected oral health issues. What starts as a small problem can quickly turn […]