Jonathan Shadi, DDS

Researchers at Ohio State University have found that nutrients taken from avocados can attack some oral cancer cells and prevent other pre-cancerous cells from developing into actual cancers of the mouth.

Do you know the average implant healing time? On average the healing time of modern implants is 8 weeks; however, some of the systems that our office utilizes are approved for full restoration in 4 weeks and most systems can accommodate immediate temporary crown placement if bone quality and quantity is adequate.

A few of the many signs that indicate you may be suffering from an impacted wisdom tooth: head or ear aches, jaw pain, difficulty opening your mouth and swollen glands.

Avoid the pain of dry sockets after your wisdom tooth extraction by making sure you don’t smoke, drink through a straw, drink alcohol or use mouth rinses that contain alcohol.