Have you noticed your front teeth looking more crowded than they used to? There’s got to be a reason they’re suddenly moving around — and actually, your front tooth crowding can be caused by your wisdom teeth. These third molars erupt between ages 15 and 24 and often put pressure on the surrounding teeth, making them move around when you least expect it. Your oral surgeon in Houston recommends the extraction of problematic wisdom teeth.
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Can Wisdom Teeth Cause Crowding of the Front Teeth?
December 5, 2016
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These Are the Early Warning Signs of Oral Cancer
November 30, 2016
Early detection of oral cancer is crucial for successful treatment. Just over half of people diagnosed with the condition survive after five years, according to The Oral Cancer Foundation. Receiving regular screenings and keeping an eye out for the early warning signs of oral cancer can help you increase the odds of successfully treating the condition.
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Look Better, Feel Younger With Cosmetic Facial Treatments
November 17, 2016
Does your outer skin reflect your best you? You know, the version of yourself that’s confident, energized, and ready for anything. If you’re like most adults, the answer is a big no. That good old Texas sun, daily stress, and simple aging take a real toll on the facial tissue. Dr. Koo at Piney Point Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery can quickly rejuvenate your appearance with cosmetic facial treatments. Botox injections and dermal fillers are two popular options for refreshing your skin — but they’re not the only ones.
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For A Clicking, Popping Jaw, Stem Cell Manipulation Offers Hope
October 20, 2016
Do you suffer from a clicking or popping jaw? You are not alone. 10 million Americans (mostly women) are dealing with the pain of a dysfunctioning temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Current treatment for a TMJ deals with the symptoms without actually fixing the damaged tissue. But new research out of Columbia University Medical Center (published in the journal Nature Communications) suggests there is a better answer — and it lies in the stem cells already present in your jaw.
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Most Common Oral Surgery Procedures
October 3, 2016
No one ever expects to need dental surgery, but sometimes there’s no way to avoid it. Like with problematic wisdom teeth, one of the most common dental procedures. Oral and maxillofacial surgery improves the health and function of your oral structures, including your teeth, jaw, and your gums. Below, your oral surgeon in Houston has listed the most frequently-performed oral procedures along with what you can expect for each.
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Houston Oral Surgeon Explains What to Do After Injured Tooth
September 8, 2016
As the Houston Cougars look to enter the Big 12, we’re thinking about dental injuries (among other things). Contact sports like football are one of the leading causes of injured teeth — but there’s also life’s little unexpected, like fender benders or a Sunday afternoon bike ride gone awry. Whatever it is that causes your next tooth injury, you can stay calm by being prepared. Keep reading to learn how to treat the pain at home, and when to seek help from your Houston oral surgeon.
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3,887 People Will Have Oral Cancer in Houston This Year
August 25, 2016
We need to talk about oral cancer. The nonprofit organization The Oral Cancer Foundation estimates that 48,250 Americans will receive an oral cancer diagnosis in 2016 alone. 3,887 of those cases will be in Houston. Will you or someone you love be affected by the disease that kills one person in the United States every hour? Learn more about oral cancer today — doing so could (literally) save your life.
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Jaw Clicking? Your TMJ Is Trying to Tell You Something
August 24, 2016
Click, pop, click — hear that? If you’ve got TMD, or temporomandibular joint dysfunction (often referred to as simply TMJ), you probably can’t get away from the noise of your jaw clicking. Sound like something you need a morse code translator for? Listen closely, because it’s your jaw’s way of telling you to get help. Your TMJ can cause chronic pain and problems elsewhere in your body — but seeking treatment from your Houston oral surgeons can help you find relief at long last.
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What To Do If Your Tooth Gets Knocked Out
July 28, 2016
Have you experienced facial trauma in the form of a knocked out tooth? If so, don’t panic due to your dental emergency. The most important thing to do after a knocked out tooth is to remain calm. After you lose a tooth, take the necessary first steps (detailed below) and get in touch with the team at Piney Point Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery immediately. Oral surgery in Houston is likely necessary to ease the pain and repair your smile.
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Apicoectomy: When Root Canal Treatment Fails
July 25, 2016
Root canal treatment may fail for reasons that are beyond the control of your dentist or endodontist. While the procedure does have a high success rate, there may be canals or branches within the tooth that are impossible to detect. The infection spreads to these areas, causing you to feel continued pain in the tooth. You have options when a root canal fails: tooth extraction, retreatment of the tooth, or apicoectomy. Dr. Weil and Dr. Koo perform apicoectomy at Piney Point Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. Continue reading to learn more about the oral surgery in Houston.
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