Archive for October, 2025
How Digital Technology Is Changing Dental Implant Care
Dentistry today uses groundbreaking digital tools that make dental implant treatment more accurate, comfortable, and predictable for every patient. These new technologies help doctors plan, place, and restore implants with greater confidence and success (1-3). The results are improved comfort, faster healing, and beautiful smiles that last a lifetime. Digital dentistry isn’t just about new […]
Going to sleep for oral surgery: Simple Rules, Why They Matter, and How They Keep You Safe
When a patient is given general anesthesia (often called “going to sleep”) for oral surgery, the clinic will give a list of rules. These rules may sound strict, but they help keep you safe. Below is a clear, easy-to-read explanation of the usual rules, why they exist, and what safety problems they prevent. Fasting: when […]
Artificial Joints, Antibiotics, and Dental Surgery: What’s the Deal?
Do I need antibiotics before dental work if I have an artificial joint? Short answer: For most people with a hip or knee replacement, you do not need antibiotics before routine dental work.¹,² Why people worry A long time ago, doctors often gave antibiotics before dental care to try to protect new joints. That […]
