Posts Tagged ‘ Oral Health ’

If you’re considering dental implants as a solution to restore your smile and regain oral function, you may have come across a crucial preparatory procedure known as socket preservation. At Jay Platt, DDS Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center, we understand the significance of socket preservation in ensuring the long-term success of dental implants. Let’s […]

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to the importance of early detection and prevention of oral cancer. It is important to understand the role that oral surgeons play in detecting and preventing this condition.

April is National Oral Health Month, a time to remind us of the importance of maintaining good oral health. One aspect of oral health that is often overlooked is the prevention of injuries while playing sports. As an oral surgeon,  Dr. Platt is committed to promoting oral health and preventing injuries, and in this post, […]

When teeth are missing or decaying, it can lead to functional deficits and embarrassing interactions for patients, often wondering where to turn for help and normalcy.  For years, traditional dentures were a mainstay in the world of dentistry to replace missing teeth, though certainly not without their limitations.  When teeth are missing, and there is […]

Sores in the mouth, pain with chewing, bleeding gums, and sore throats can seem commonplace.  Between ulcers, fever blisters, oral infections, general illnesses, and the all-too-common periodontal disease, it can be difficult to determine when a sore or a symptom is more than just your run of the mill oral health issue.  But, with oral […]

Since its inception, the field of dentistry has been ever evolving, particularly in the field of tooth extraction, replacement, and aesthetics.  In life, first impressions are everything, and, as we become more visual as a society and more engrossed in the world of social media and imagery than ever before, first impressions are also everywhere, […]

Dentistry and oral health are admittedly full of big words  for common problems.  One word you may hear thrown around that sounds scary at times is osteonecrosis, particularly osteonecrosis of the jaw, or ONJ. What exactly is osteonecrosis?  Is it something you should be worried about or something that should be discussed with your dental […]

Not all foods are created equal. Some can be good for you and some can cause detrimental damage to your teeth (EEK)! Below are a few snack ideas that are not only tasty and easy to whip up, but healthy for your mouth too. 1. Apple Cinnamon oatmeal: Due to the high fiber and crunchy […]

good oral health When it comes to your teeth, practicing good oral hygiene should be at the top of your list. We only have one set of fully grown adult teeth that we use in every aspect of our lives. When we see family, friends and even strangers, one-third of the time our teeth are […]

  About 90% of people need to get their wisdom teeth removed. If you are a part of that 90%, you might be wondering what the steps are post-surgery. Taking it easy and getting a lot of rest is a key step to a quick recovery. Another big step is knowing what you can and […]