Oral and facial injuries can occur for a variety of reasons. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon may treat any injury of the maxillofacial region, which includes injuries to the mouth, teeth, face and jaw. These types of injuries can result from any number of unfortunate events; auto accidents, violent acts, job related mishaps, sports [...]
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Relieve Tooth Pain Fast – Another Unedited Patient Testimonial
Russell came to us a short while ago with what he described as “incredible pain”. With a little bit of “happy gas” he woke up a short time later with no pain or no complications and he was very happy with his experience. Listen to him share his oral surgery experience in his own words:
How can Oral Surgery improve the fit of your Dentures?
Several months after a tooth is extracted, the space where the tooth was located begins to fill in with bone. In some cases, the bone may grow in slightly over the gum line in a bony peak or ridge, and cause the gums to become uneven. This can make dentures ill-fitting, causing problems both [...]
What is Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD) and can an oral surgeon help?
A Temporomandibular Disorder, or TMD, is a problem with the jaw, the facial muscles that move the jaw, or with the joints that hold the jaw onto the face. These problems can be caused by injury, for example, dislocating the jaw, or by whiplash that damages the head and neck muscles. Grinding your teeth, [...]
Fractured Jaw? How can you tell?
A jaw can be broken in several different locations. It can be fractured up near the mandibular joint where the jaw meets the skull right in front of the ears on either side. It can also be fractured anywhere on the sides or bottom, nearer to the mouth. The main symptoms of a fractured jaw [...]
What are the proper ways to take care of your wisdom teeth?
Although in most people wisdom teeth are a nuisance, they still need to be taken care of through the use of proper oral hygiene. Make sure to brush your teeth twice a day, for at least 60 seconds each time. Flossing is just as important: your wisdom teeth are as susceptible to decay as regular [...]
Take Steps to Prevent Facial Injuries
Because avoiding injury is always best, Charlotte oral surgeon Dr. Amir Marashi advocates the use of automobile seat belts, protective mouth guards, and appropriate masks and helmets for everyone who participates in athletic pursuits at any level. You don’t have to play at the professional level to sustain a serious head injury. New innovations in [...]
How Can An Oral Surgeon Help?
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons, the surgical specialists of the dental profession, complete four to six year surgical residencies that specifically train them to diagnose, treat and manage the conditions, defects, and injuries of the mouth, teeth, jaws and face. Among the conditions and symptoms treated by oral and maxillofacial surgeons are: Diagnosis and management of [...]
Will My Oral Surgeon Use Anesthesia?
Oral surgeons do use a general anesthesia. They also use local anesthesia, intravenous sedation, and a nitrous oxide-oxygen mix. It all depends on the procedure that you are having done. General anesthesia is when the patient is “knocked out” or fully asleep for the procedure, while a local anesthetic simply numbs the area that is [...]
Will Your Oral Surgeon Be There Throughout The Entire Process?
One of the biggest frustrations I’ve heard from some patients, is when they barely see their oral surgeon. Whether it’s during the initial consultation, during the actual procedure itself, and even during the follow-up visits, not being able to see and speak directly with your surgeon can be a big disappointment. Unfortunately, in many large [...]
"He Gave Up His Saturday!"
When it comes to making sure our patients receive the excellent surgical care they expect and deserve, Dr. Marashi spares no effort or expense! This recent patient share how Dr. Marashi met them at their regular doctor’s office on a Saturday morning so he could ensure everything was still okay from the recent surgery. Here’s [...]
Wisdom Teeth Removal Patient – "I'm As Good As New"
Looking for a caring, compassionate oral surgeon in the Charlotte NC area to remove those pesky wisdom teeth? Here’s a testimonial from a recent patient of Dr. Amir Marashi at South Charlotte Oral & Facial Surgery: If you have any questions that we can help answer, please don’t hesitate to Contact Us directly at (704) [...]
Charlotte Oral Surgery – Another Satisfied Patient!
Here’s another unedited testimonial from a happy patient of Dr. Amir Marashi: If you’re ready to let Dr. Marashi show you just how relaxing and stress-free your oral surgical procedure can be contact us at (704) 542-9600 today!
Removing an Impacted Wisdom Tooth – What's Involved?
Since an impacted tooth is one that hasn’t fully emerged from the gum line, the most important step in removing it is to gain access to it. An oral surgeon uses a combination of local anesthesia and IV sedation to make the patient comfortable. Patients simply sleep and have no recollection of the surgery. The [...]
How To Tell If You Have Impacted Wisdom Teeth
Unfortunately, impacted wisdom teeth don’t always come with clear cut signs or symptoms so diagnosing them is not really a task easily accomplished at home. While the majority of adults will have wisdom teeth that should be removed, you want to consult with your oral surgeon to find out if and when they should be [...]
"It was a fantastic [oral surgery] procedure!"
Here’s another unedited testimonial from one of our valued patients: For more information or to schedule an appointment call Dr. Marashi at (704) 542-9600 today.
What Are Impacted Wisdom Teeth?
In dental terminology, an “impacted” wisdom tooth refers to a 3rd molar tooth that has failed to emerge fully into its expected position in the very back of the mouth. This failure to erupt properly into its expected position could occur for various reasons. First, it could occur because there just isn’t enough room in [...]
Charlotte NC Oral Surgeons – How Involved Is Your Doctor In ALL Aspects of Care?
There’s no doubt that having some type of oral surgical procedure performed can be a scary and intimidating experience. Removing impacted wisdom teeth, getting a dental implant or implant supported dentures, TMJ treatment, and even surgery to correct sleep apnea are all processes that can cause even the most strong-minded patients to get nervous. As [...]