Short Pump Dental is committed to providing high-quality family dentistry for patients in and around Henrico, Richmond, and Tuckahoe. Everyone deserves access to their best smile through quality dental care.
We offer a variety of cosmetic dentistry services, such as our Short Pump dental implants to help you reach your goals. Read on to learn five signs you may need oral surgery.
1. Loose Teeth
If you have a loose tooth, oral surgery may be necessary. A loose tooth should never be left untreated as this can lead to more serious problems. At our office, we can examine your bone density and the amount of bone present. We will then determine whether you are eligible for a dental implant, bridge, or dentures.
2. Misalignment
If your teeth are misaligned, oral surgery may be the best option. You will know that you have a misalignment if you have an overbite or underbite. Misalignment can also lead to jaw pain, which can be corrected with the right oral surgery.
3. Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
TMJ is a dysfunction of the diminutive joint in the front ear. This condition often causes facial pain and headaches.
While things like oral medications and physical therapy can alleviate the symptoms, oral surgery may be the best option to treat TMJ.
4. Missing Teeth
Do you have any missing teeth? Getting oral surgery can improve your life tremendously. While many people live with a missing tooth for years, it can cause speech issues, lead to gum disease, and cause problems with the adjacent teeth. For this reason, it's best to get oral surgery to find a permanent solution.
5. Facial Infections
A facial infection can cause pain or cause the neck, jaw, or face to swell. This pain should never be ignored as this can cause more serious problems. In this case, oral surgery is the best solution.
Cosmetic Dentist Henrico
Dental implants are one common oral surgery that patients receive. Here at Short Pump Dental, we offer our Short Pump Dental implants to help our patients achieve their oral goals. Contact us today to learn more about our quality dental implants.