You may have heard recently about Marine Staff Sargeant Thomas Joseph “TJ” Dudley that lost his life fighting for the cause of freedom in Afghanistan earlier this month on July 7th. He was on his 6th deployment overseas and had just two weeks left before he was to return home. Staff Sargeant Dudley is survived [...]
Read the Entire PostTake 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostWisdom 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.”
Read the Entire PostPost Surgical Nutrition is Critical
Nutrition, in its basic sense, refers to the intake of nourishment; specifically the fluids and fuels we need to survive. Following illness or surgical procedures, our nutrient needs are increased in order to facilitate healing. For oral and maxillofacial surgery patients this need may be particularly challenging for several reasons. The presence of surgical incisions [...]
Read the Entire PostOral Cancer – Information You Should Know
Because the mouth is a region where changes can be easily seen, oral cancer can be detected in its early stages. Performing a self examination regularly will help in the early recognition and detection of oral cancer, and increase the chance for cure. Factors That May Cause Cancer Research has identified a number of factors [...]
Read the Entire PostWisdom 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostSleep 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostRecomendación 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.
Read the Entire PostCorrective 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, [...]
Read the Entire PostCharlotte Oral Surgery – Another Unedited Patient Testimonial
Check out what one of Dr. Marashi’s recent patients had to say about his experience:
Read the Entire PostHow 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostWill 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 [...]
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Happy Holidays from All of Us!
Wishing You a Happy Holiday Season! I wanted to take just a moment to let you know how much I truly appreciate the opportunity you’ve given me to be your surgeon. I know that you have LOTS of choices when it comes to your surgical care and we are thankful for the the choice you [...]
Read the Entire PostWill 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 [...]
Read the Entire Post"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 [...]
Read the Entire PostWhat 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostWisdom 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 [...]
Read the Entire PostWisdom 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) [...]
Read the Entire PostCharlotte 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!
Read the Entire PostOral Surgery Testimonial – "It Will Be Difficult to Find Other Medical Services of His Quality"
Here’s a patient testimonial that was left recently on our Charlotte oral surgeon Google Places page: “I thought a person would have to travel to a better known and highly educated area such as NY or Stanford University for services this amazing. My Mother is 84 yrs old and very susceptible to pain and had [...]
Read the Entire PostDrug Shortage, but no shortage of litigation!
One of the common drugs used for sedation and anesthesia is Propofol. It is a fast-onset, short-acting sedative–hypnotic agent used for the induction and maintenance of anesthesia or sedation. Recently the supply of Propofol became low. Three companies manufacture Propofol. Teva Pharmaceuticals, Hospira, and APP Pharmaceuticals. In May, a Jury awarded a $365 million [...]
Read the Entire PostDental Implant vs Dental Bridge – What's the Difference?
Each permanent tooth is comprised of two parts: the crown that comes through the gums and the root that is in the bone and supports the crown. Dental implants act as the root of the tooth and hold a replacement tooth. A dental implant mimics the natural tooth structure and is self supporting. In other [...]
Read the Entire PostCharlotte 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:
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