Center for Oral Surgery and Dental Implants

As your top oral surgeon in Tampa, FL, we provide the highest level of individualized oral surgical care. To do so, we must get a comprehensive picture of your current oral health. X-rays allow us to do just that. As we review X-rays, we are able to see the whole tooth, including its root to […]

Should my college student get their wisdom teeth removed? If you’re a college student and still have your wisdom teeth, the ideal window of time to have them removed is closing. So, we encourage you to schedule a consultation to chat with an oral surgeon as soon as possible. Are you wondering why this is […]

We all know the adage: If it’s not broke, don’t fix it, so why mess with wisdom teeth when they don’t seem to be causing any problems? Why are teens encouraged to have their wisdom teeth removed even though they aren’t bothering them? Wisdom teeth are typically the last teeth to come in, between the […]

Despite the claim by health experts that visiting a dental practice is even safer than going to a restaurant during the ongoing pandemic, many patients are still weary of contracting the virus while at an appointment. We, your Tampa Bay oral surgeon and team, are going the extra mile to keep you safe, so you […]

Dental Implants in Tampa, FL It’s no secret that most dental procedures are uncomfortable, and dental implants are no exception. The question is are dental implants painful?  The answer is no. In fact, our dental implant patients report back that they experience very little discomfort during or after their surgery. What happens while getting a […]

If your child has braces, you will most likely be encouraged by the orthodontist to schedule a wisdom teeth removal as soon as the braces are taken off, before the wisdom teeth grow in and disrupt the perfectly straightened new set of teeth. The mere suggestion that many months and thousands of dollars could all […]

If your dentist has referred you to an oral surgeon, you may be wondering why. What exactly does an oral surgeon do that your dentist does not? You have an upcoming oral surgery scheduled, and you want the best professional specialist in Tampa, FL for the job. When it comes to conditions of the bone, […]

More than two-thirds of adults aged 35 to 44 have suffered the loss of one or more teeth, and 25 percent of Americans ages 65 and up have no teeth. While the initial concern of a missing tooth is its impact on your smile, tooth loss can also cause teeth drifting, bone loss resulting in […]

As we cautiously ease back into in-person appointments and oral surgical care, we want you to know that our commitment to your safety remains top priority. When you come to your next appointment with Dr. Valiente, you’ll find that we’ve made some changes to ensure your care is both safe and comfortable. Infection control has […]

Why should I get dental implants instead of a bridge? If you’ve lost a tooth in the midst of this global pandemic, we want you to know that we are here for you. COVID-19 has us in a rapidly evolving situation, and information is changing frequently, but as of Friday, March 20, our governor, Ron […]