Teeth were designed to last for a lifetime; unfortunately that is not always the case. In the past a patient facing replacement of lost teeth had to turn to bridges and dentures. While these were the best available options, they each have their own problems. With bridgework, the teeth adjacent to missing teeth must [...]
Read the Entire PostOral & Facial Surgery -Treatment and Repair of Injuries to the Face, Jaws, Mouth and Teeth
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 [...]
Read the Entire PostEmergency 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostDental 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostCharlotte Wisdom Teeth Removal Patient Speaks
As anyone that’s had their wisdom teeth removed knows, it can be an intimidating process and because of this, we take extra precaution and care to ensure that your experience is as comfortable and painless as possible. Listen to what one recent wisdom tooth removal patient had to say about her experience with Dr. Marashi:
Read the Entire PostDental 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostRelieve 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:
Read the Entire PostDental 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostHow 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostDental 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostWhat 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, [...]
Read the Entire PostLetter 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.
Read the Entire PostSouth Charlotte Oral & Facial Surgery Achieves AAAASF Accreditation
In order to demonstrate the extent to which we all focus on providing the safest and highest quality surgical experience anywhere, we’ve recently completed the long and rigorous process of becoming accredited by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, the ONLY Oral & Maxillofacial surgery AAAASF accredited facility in both North and South Carolina. And while this won’t change the high level of patient care we’ve always worked to provide, it is a validation for our patients that they will continue to receive the very highest levels of safety and patient care.
Read the Entire PostDental Implant Procedure – What is it?
If you have lost a tooth or several teeth then you could be a good candidate for the dental implant procedure, a small surgery that can help you replace missing teeth. It has many advantages over simply being fitted with dentures. Dental implants have a number of benefits: They can help you look younger [...]
Read the Entire PostSurgical 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostA 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.
Read the Entire PostFractured 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostDentures: 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostWhat is involved in removing an impacted tooth?
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 has to use anesthesia to either relax or make the patient unconscious, based on whether the tooth is only covered by the gums or by [...]
Read the Entire PostWhat 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostDo oral surgeons use a general 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostWhat should you look for in an oral surgeon: training, certifications, etc?
You can go through all of the online reviews that you want, check court records for lawsuits, and ask everyone you know to search for a good oral surgeon, but what kind of schooling is required? For starters, an oral surgeon needs to have a Bachelor’s degree, usually in Pre-med or Biology. After that, he [...]
Read the Entire PostHow 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, [...]
Read the Entire PostSupporting Charlotte’s Avon Walk for Breast Cancer
This upcoming October 22nd and 23rd, thousands of participants will descend upon the Queen City with one goal in mind: alter the lives of the thousands affected each year by breast cancer. And this year, instead of simply sitting on the sidelines and cheering everyone one, we’re jumping in feet first as one of the [...]
Read the Entire PostWhat 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, [...]
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