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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Emergency Oral Surgical Care – “He Took Amazing Care of Us”
Imagine your dismay and concern if you were to get a call from your child’s daycare saying there had been an accident and your child was in need of oral surgical care. If you’re like this mother, you would’ve been justified in being worried about what the experience would be like. Fortunately, this mother called [...]
Dental Implants – What questions should I ask my potential doctor?
Before deciding on a dental implant doctor, do your research. There are specific things to look for and questions to ask. Check to make sure that the dentist has a current dental license in good standing. But be aware that any dentist can say they are qualified to perform implants, so your questions have to [...]
Dental Implants -If I’m afraid of the dentist, are they still an option?
If you are afraid of the dentist you are not alone. Many adults delay or even refuse dental treatment because of this very real fear. Intellectually they know that local anesthesia will make the procedure virtually pain-free but psychological they cannot get past the dental anxiety. Fortunately, there are alternatives that allow these patients [...]
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:
Dental Implants – How long is the recovery and what steps should be taken to ensure success?
The recovery period for dental implants will be somewhat different depending on the individual case and the procedures necessary to complete the treatment. Not following the dentist’s recommendations for good oral health and systemic medical conditions such as diabetes may lengthen the recovery period as well. Healing from the surgery to place dental implants [...]
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 [...]
Dental Implants – Why should I get them?
There are numerous reasons to get dental implants. They look and function more like natural teeth. Many people experience a marked improvement in speech, comfort, eating and appearance. Individuals that have used dentures in the past notice a dramatic improvement in their quality of life with a renewed ability to eat all types [...]
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, [...]
Letter of Congratulations for our AAAASF Accreditation
We recently received accreditation as a certified Ambulatory Surgery Facility by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities. This is a huge honor as we’re currently the ONLY accredited Oral & Maxillofacial surgery facility in both North and South Carolina. Here’s a copy of the notification letter we received.
Surgical Dental Implants – Are You an Ideal Candidate?
Do you think that you could benefit from surgical dental implants? First of all, just what is a dental implant? A dental implant is basically a replacement for the root of a tooth that has fallen out whether due to trauma or tooth decay. The implant allows your dentist to replace your tooth permanently. There [...]
A 58 Year Old Wisdom Tooth Extraction Patient Speaks
Worried that you’re too old to have your wisdom teeth removed safely and with little to no pain? Listen to what this recent patient of Dr. Marashi’s had to say about his experience in our office.
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 [...]
Dentures: What are the different types?
There are four types of full dentures available. The most common is what are called “standard” dentures. In fact, when most people picture dentures, these are the ones that they are thinking of. Standard dentures are designed to fit your mouth after all of your teeth have been removed and any needed oral surgery is [...]
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 [...]
How can Dr Marashi help Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)?
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, [...]
What are the causes of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) pain?
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is what holds the mandible, or lower jaw onto the face. If you hold your hands in front of your ears and move your mouth, you can feel the hinges as the jaw moves. Issues that arise with the temporomandibular joint are considered temporomandibular disorders (TMD.) Inside the TMJ, [...]
Wisdom Teeth Removal Patient Speaks
Another happy patient of Charlotte oral surgeon Dr. Amir Marashi speaks about her recent experience having her wisdom teeth removed. As the patient states, “…it was a great experience…the doctor was great…I had no pain, no problems…and I would highly recommend coming here.”
Wisdom Teeth Patient Speaks…About Ice Cream!
As another recent patient of Dr. Marashi stated about her recent wisdom tooth extraction, “…a few days and some ice cream and I was all better!” Listen, having your wisdom teeth removed is not a few exciting experience for most so why not make it as stress and pain-free as possible? Dr. Marashi has helped [...]
Sleep Apnea
Do you have trouble waking up in the morning? Do you feel groggy and tired all day? Do you fall asleep easily while watching TV or driving? If you said yes to any of above questions you may be suffering from sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea is the sleep disorder in which the soft tissues [...]
Recomendación Paciente – Patient Testimonial (in Spanish)
Many people may not realize it, but we speak Spanish and absolutely love helping our Spanish speaking patients get the critical surgical care they need! Here’s what one of our recent patients had to say about her experience here at South Charlotte Oral & Facial Surgery, in Spanish of course.
Corrective Jaw Surgery – What Is It And Do You Need It?
Corrective jaw, or orthognathic, surgery is performed by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons to correct a wide range of minor and major skeletal and dental irregularities, including the misalignment of jaws and teeth, which, in turn, can improve chewing, speaking and breathing. While the patient’s appearance may be dramatically enhanced as a result of their surgery, [...]
Charlotte Oral Surgery – Another Unedited Patient Testimonial
Check out what one of Dr. Marashi’s recent patients had to say about his experience:
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 [...]
“I Felt Absolutely NO Pain”
Here’s another unedited testimonial from a recent patient of Dr. Marashi’s: