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 [...]
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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 TM 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. Also, upper and lower jaws can be individually or concomitantly be broken. The [...]
Dentures: What are the different types?
There are four types of three dentures available. The most common is what are called full dentures. In fact, when most people picture dentures, these are the ones that they are thinking of. Full 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:
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 [...]
What Would Your Wisdom Teeth Removal Story Be?
We’re always concerned about what our patients are saying about their wisdom teeth removal experience here at South Charlotte Oral & Facial Surgery. In fact, we always strive to go above and beyond in terms of providing our patients with an experience that is stress-free, as pain-free as possible, and ultimately enjoyable. Unfortunately, I know [...]
Wisdom Teeth Removal Testimonial
Let’s face it, having your wisdom teeth removed can be a nerve-wracking experience, but believe it or no, it doesn’t have to be! Dr. Marashi and his staff take extra care to ensure your oral surgery experience is comfortable and that your pain is minimized. Don’t think it’s possible? Check out this unedited testimonial from [...]
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!
Charlotte Oral Surgeon – "They Treated Me Like A King!"
Looking for a Charlotte NC oral surgeon that can provide you with an enjoyable oral surgery experience? Here’s another unedited testimonial from a recent patient of Dr. Marashi:
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 [...]
A Wisdom Teeth Patient Testimonial
Here’s another great unedited testimonial from one of Dr. Marashi’s patients. As this patient explains, she was pretty nervous because she’d never been under anesthesia before, but once she had the IV in her arm and decided to “relax for just a moment” the procedure was over and she was home recovering. She said, “I [...]
A Life Changing Story
Jason came to our office looking for help to correct his large under bite. As a child he had Herpetic Encephalitis and as a result, his midface did not develop properly. He has an identical twin brother that does not have this problem and Jason simply wanted to look like his twin. He underwent about [...]