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Oral Surgery (Overview)
That field of dentistry that treat diseases, traumatic injuries and deformities of the oral cavity, jaws and face. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons complete a minimum of 4 years of post-dental school training in a hospital.
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Oral surgery and oral piercing?
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Oral Surgery (Overview)
That field of dentistry that treat diseases, traumatic injuries and deformities of the oral cavity, jaws and face. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons complete a minimum of 4 years of post-dental school training in a hospital.
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Oral and maxillofacial surgery questions?
Yes: There are a number of oral and maxillofacial surgeons on this website who can provide answers to questions. ...Read more
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What does oral and maxillofacial surgery entail?
A lot: Oral ; maxillofacial surgery is a specialty of dentistry. It includes dental extractions with special training for wisdom teeth, treatment of dental infections, cysts of the jaws, dental implant placement, repair of facial injuries from trauma, and jaw surgery for facial deformities or abnormal growth and bite discrepancies. The dental management of the medically compromised patient is included. ...Read more
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Can oral contraceptives delay healing after wisdom teeth surgery?
No, but: Oral contraception has not been shown to delay healing of extraction sites however there is an observed increased chance of alveolar osteitis (dry socket) with women using oral contraceptives. Also of significance is that antibiotics prescribed after oral surgery have been shown to inactivate birth control pills so alterative birth control should be used when takeing antibiotics. ...Read more
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Wisdome teeth surgery and oral piercing?
What is your questio: Wisdom teeth surgery should not be a problem. Oral piercing - if you are having it done- stay away from metal piercings - they cause a lot of damage. If you have a piercing - depending on the type and location - it may or may not interfere with the extractions. ...Read more
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Is maxillofacial surgery is reconstructive surgery?
It can be.: Maxillofaciacial refers to the structure of the face, most often the bone structure. This type of surgery can be reconstructive, cosmetic, or trauma. ...Read more
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Do ortho surgeons only see surgical candidates?
Orthopedic surgery: This is a field that includes disorders or bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves. Surgical or nonsurgical treatment may be used. ...Read more
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Oral and maxillofacial surgery questions answered here?
Yes: Yes. Many competent oral surgeons on this forum. Ask away!! ...Read more
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Oral surgery (Tip)
Pre- surgery physical therapy sometimes helps with faster recovery. ...See more
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Does medicaid cover oral and maxillofacial surgery?
Depends on state: And if your doctor takes medicaid- many don't. ...Read more
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Can an oral surgeon prescribe a cpap?
Depends: Depends on state licensure. Also probably credentials. Some oral surgeons are both physicians and dentists. Other oral surgeons have only a dental degree. ...Read more
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Oral surgery (Tip)
Be aware that there are specialists in all areas these days. This applies to rehabilitation from surgery or injuries as well. I would advise you to seek out the experts and then let their advice become your routine. Time and space separate you from whatever initiated the damage. Focus on what you have and then go from there. Some of us will pass through life without splitting a toenail. Most of the rest of us are not so lucky. ...See more
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How long is residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery vs ent?
OMS is usally a: Dental specialty, so you would go to dental school first, where ENT is an md or do specialty. ...Read more
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I need an oral & maxillofacial surgeon that have removed any torus mandibular, in dallas, tx ?
Routine procedure: Usually an easy office procedure-can be done with a local anesthetic--all depends on patients medical history and presentation of the mandibular tori(torus). ...Read more
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Oral surgery (Tip)
When can pt start after surgery/injury? How many weeks are helpful? Does pt fax progress note to doc. ...See more
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How does an oral and maxillofacial surgeon differ from a plastic surgeon?
Different training: Oral and maxillofacial surgeons start in dental school and plastic surgeons start in medical school. At the end of the day, the individual surgeon varies in qualify and expertise more than the classification really does. Some maxillofacial surgeons just pull out molars all day. Some plastic surgeons do very little aesthetic work. These variations are important for the potential patient to assess. ...Read more
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What are the problems after oral cancer surgery?
Yes: Most problematic is the lack of saliva. This amazing juice has countless functions including lubrication, digestive enzymes, antibacterial proteins and as yet unknown properties. Your ENT dr has some helpful ideas. ...Read more
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Oral surgery (Tip)
Don't forget to maintain proper oral hygiene. An electric toothbrush is very beneficial. ...See more
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How do an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and a plastic surgeon differ?
Significant Differen: Oral surgeon is usually a dentist (can have medical degree) who does training in oral surgery plastic surgeon has usually completed 5 years of training in general surgery and an additional 2-3 years in plastic surgery. Plastic surgeon performs surgery on all areas of the body, while oral surgeons frequently limit their practice to the head and jaw. ...Read more
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Who is the most experience by volume of cases completed to do dental implants.. Periodontics, Prosthodontics, or oral & Maxillofacial surgeon.
Depends: All depends on your location and the specialists there. Most important is the level of expertise for your needs. Volume probably goes to the Oral Surgeons, then Perio, then Prostho. Best bet is to see the Prosthodontist first as they will be the captain of the restorative ship. If the implant is not properly positioned, it may compromise the result. Often a team is in place. Good Luck. ...Read more
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Oral surgery (Tip)
Videotape yourself stating your next goal, and watch them a couple of months later. ...See more
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Can oral sex interfere with cervical cerclage surgery?
NO oral sex: When youare pregnant because there have been rare reports of an air embolis which is usually fatal, and you do not want to be doing any sexual activity if you ahve a cerclage because there is too much cahnce of you going into labor or getting premature rupture of membranes at an early gestaational age which is bad and I have seen both, so for the sake of your unborn child u need no sex untilafter. ...Read more
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How does a consult in oral and maxillofacial surgery sound--costly ?
Depends: The fee(s) associated with an oral and maxillofacial surgery consultation can vary depending on the complexity of the problem you are being evaluated for. A more complex problem will require more time and possibly additional diagnostic studies which will impact the fee(s). ...Read more
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Oral surgery (Tip)
Rehabilitation is key. To heal from injury. Working to get better pays off you'll see. ...See more
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Any proper treatment for appendiscitis without surgery operation?
Surgical cure: Appendicitis is a surgical disease. Appendix removal or appendectomy is a surgical procedure where the risk benefit analysis is clearly in favor of surgery. The procedure is safe effective and widely available. Non-operative therapy, meaning antibiotics alone risks complications like perforation and abcess. Get evaluated, get treated. ...Read more
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Is facial plastic surgery with dermatology or plastic surgery ?
Specialty: not ABMS: While this is a sub specialty of the board of otolaryngology, it is not a recognized specialty board as defined by the ABMS. PLEASE SEE LINK BELOW: http://www.abms.org/member-boards/specialty-subspecialty-certificates/ This lists the 24 recognized specialty boards including the AMERICAN BOARD OF PLASTIC SURGERY ...Read more
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Oral surgery (Tip)
So you are writing on first grade lined paper. It was fun then and did not hurt. Make it fun now. You will laugh at it when it's all over. ...See more
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What is it like having oral surgery?
Depends: There are many different types of "oral surgery". It depends on the type of procedure being done. ...Read more
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How much time will oral surgery last?
Varies: Varies with the procedure. Ask the oral surgeon. ...Read more
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What amount does a oral surgery cost?
Procedure: Depends on procedure. For best results see board certified oral surgeon for evaluation/treatment. ...Read more
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Please advise me what to eat after oral surgery?
Soft diet: A soft diet following oral surgery is best. Sometimes a liquid diet can be maintained for a few days following the surgery. You don't want to eat something that will injure the surgical area, so avoid hard things like pretzels and the like. Usually you only need to maintain such a diet for about 5 to 7 days. Always follow the surgeon's instructions. ...Read more
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Please advise me what to eat after an oral surgery?
Anything: You can eat whatever you want. However, i would caution you to avoid chips and nuts for the first 2 days. Avoid using a straw for 24 hours to help prevent the clot from being lost. ...Read more
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What kind of experience is it to have oral surgery done?
It's OK : As long as you go to a board certified oral surgeon with a good reputation the experience should be a good one. I suggest IV sedation for most oral surgery. ...Read more
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