Center for Oral Surgery and Dental Implants

Your smile isn’t just about flashing your pearly whites; it is vital to your overall health and well-being. While many people associate missing teeth with cosmetic concerns, the implications go far beyond appearances. One of the most significant hidden consequences of tooth loss is jawbone loss, which can lead to complications affecting your oral health […]

Ah, wisdom teeth—the late bloomers of the dental world. For many teenagers, the prospect of having these third molars removed can seem daunting. Some might even consider putting it off or skipping the procedure altogether. However, failing to remove your wisdom teeth as a teen can lead to many potential problems and complications later in […]

Not everyone has enough jawbone volume or density to support dental implants. Fortunately, bone grafting can often add the volume or density needed to support implants. Dr. Valiente has performed hundreds of bone grafting surgeries to address the lack of bone for dental implant patients. Depending on the implant site and other factors, he may […]

An impacted tooth is a tooth that can’t break through the gum and properly erupt into position. Many people assume that wisdom teeth are the only teeth that become impacted. However, any tooth can become impacted, and the cuspids or canine teeth are also prone to impaction. These teeth are located at the front corners […]

Ah, summer—the season of beach reads, lazy afternoons, and carefree moments. It’s also the ideal time for wisdom teeth removal. While the thought of oral surgery might seem at odds with the joys of summer, there are several reasons why summer is the perfect time to remove problematic wisdom teeth. Flexible Scheduling By scheduling the […]

Your First Visit – What to Expect Visiting an oral surgeon for the first time may make you anxious. You’re seeing a new doctor, you aren’t sure what to expect, and you may be in pain. Whether you have chosen us or been referred to our office, the first visit to our office is focused […]

Five Things You Must Know About Oral Cancer April was Oral Cancer Awareness Month. In case you missed it, we’ve compiled some crucial information about oral cancer every person should know. The more you know about it, the more likely you are to catch it at an early stage when it is highly treatable. Unfortunately, […]

Maintaining and Caring for Dental Implants Getting dental implants dramatically improves your ability to eat, smile, and speak. Once your implants are in place, taking proper care of them is crucial. Keeping them free of food debris, plaque, and harmful bacteria is essential to prevent complications such as infection or implant failure. At-Home Dental Implant […]

5 Reasons Dental Implants Should be Placed by an Oral Surgeon If you are considering dental implants to restore missing teeth, you should choose an oral surgeon. Although some dentists do dental implant surgery, they do not have the same expertise an oral surgeon offers. If you aren’t sure whether an oral surgeon is the […]

How LAPIP® Can Save Failing Dental Implants While most dental implant procedures are successful, there are occasions when a dental implant may develop complications. A failing dental implant is usually the result of peri-implantitis, an inflammation of the tissues and bone around the implant. Over time, deterioration of the supporting bone leads to the loosening […]