If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing tooth’s chewing action. Over time,... read more »

If you find yourself experiencing TMJ symptoms that are mild and infrequent, they may go away on their own. This sometimes can take weeks or months depending on what you do to help your jaw find relief. Of course, this is a good time to alleviate symptoms by temporarily sticking to a soft food or blended diet instead of trying... read more »

Do you have questions concerning your recovery post-op? We have answers to the most common questions we get. Read on for more: How can I prepare for oral surgery? Make sure you have a comfortable recovery place set up at home. Having extra pillows can help you rest more comfortably, and having something to do while you rest can also... read more »

Do you have questions about bone grafting? If so, our oral and maxillofacial surgeons, Dr. David McAninch, is happy to help you find the answers. The more you know about the treatment, the better, especially because it can help you make the best and right decisions for your smile. So, to help you, they would like to share the answers... read more »

The TMJ is also known as the temporomandibular joint. It’s the joint that hinges the jaw and it’s the joint that allows you to open and close the mouth as well as chew, talk and swallow. When you have pain, discomfort and limited functionality in this joint, it’s called the TMJ disorder. To help you know all about the TMJ... read more »

An oral surgeon is a specialty within the field of dentistry. Just like a pediatric dentist has had advanced training to treat the teeth of children, and a periodontist has a focus on gum disease, the oral surgeon (known formally as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon) has had advanced training and experience performing surgeries such as complicated tooth extraction (including... read more »

Wisdom teeth are essentially vestigial third molars that develop deep in the gums at the back of the mouth in mid-to-late-adolescence. As they attempt to emerge the wisdom teeth can cause discomfort, a dull ache and related pain in the nearby temporomandibular joints. If your son or daughter has noticed any problems like this, you should set up a consultation... read more »

Dental implants have become an increasingly popular option for restoring a missing tooth. This treatment process typically involves an experienced oral and maxillofacial surgeons like Dr. David McAninch and Dr. Robert Kiken to perform a minor oral surgery to install a titanium implant into the underlying bone structure. If necessary they might also provide you with a prescription for anti-inflammatory... read more »

Any kind of surgery can create some degree of nervousness, but at Ocean Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, you are in good hands. Our oral and maxillofacial surgeonss and team will work with you both before and after your surgery to make sure everything goes smoothly. One of the most important parts of your surgery is your recovery. While Dr. McAnich... read more »

If you have questions about dental implants, then you have come to the right blog. Today, our oral surgeons, Drs. McAninch and Kiken, would like to help you find the answers to some commonly asked questions so you can make an educated decision on the right treatment for you, your smile and your oral health. Q: Why do people choose... read more »