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L’été et les soins dentaires

Sylvie DiLullo — Tue, 07 Jun 2022 19:25:56 +0000

Souhaitons la bienvenue à l’été!

Les beaux jours ont fait leur apparition et l’été approche. Pour pouvoir en profiter, pensez tout de suite à vos besoins, y compris vos soins dentaires et encouragez vos amis et vos proches à le faire également.

Il nous fait plaisir de vous aider à satisfaire certains de vos besoins dentaires. N’hésitez pas à nous contacter pour toute demande d’informations.

Notre équipe est là pour vous!

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Managing your wisdom teeth is the wisest choice!

admin — Thu, 15 Jun 2017 13:33:15 +0000

Third molars, also commonly referred to as wisdom teeth, are located in the back corners of the mouth and usually grow in the late teens or early 20s. Wisdom teeth need to be extracted when they are unable to properly enter the mouth. They may grow sideways, partially erupt or even remain completely trapped beneath the gum and bone. Teeth that do not fully erupt are what we call “impacted teeth,” and can cause problems such as tumors or cysts that can destroy the jawbone or damage perfectly healthy adjacent teeth. Partially erupted and some impacted teeth also allow bacteria and food to grow, which potentially leads to gum disease. While not all wisdom teeth may need to be extracted, many certainly need to be managed.

Generally, in young adults, wisdom teeth have incomplete root development, which makes the extractions less complicated and/or risky. However, as wisdom teeth continue to grow, their roots become longer, stronger, and may interfere with sensory nerves or sinuses.

After their training in dentistry, oral and maxillofacial surgeons receive an additional 5 to 7 years of hospital-based surgical training and residency. This rigorous and intensive training includes time spent on rotation to general surgery, ENT, plastic surgery, anesthesiology and many other medical rotations, in order for them to be eligible for national Royal College of Dentist Fellowship certification examinations. They are specialized to provide their patients the best advice on managing their wisdom teeth, based on a thorough examination, imaging and discussion with patients.Man

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Why you need a specialist in oral and maxillofacial surgery

admin — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 14:32:08 +0000

You do not need a referral to see a dental specialist. There are many reasons for which patients need or chose to consult a dental specialist:

You are in need of a complex treatment which requires the knowledge and training of a specialist
You need confirmation of a serious or uncommon diagnosis
You would like a second opinion
You are looking for alternative treatment

Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are the experts in teeth, face, mouth and jaw surgeries. This is why dentists and physicians often refer patients to oral surgeons. Thankfully, referral is not necessary to consult an oral surgeon.

Their specialty allows them to perform both major and minor surgical procedures with ease, which translates to minimization risks, complications and maximization of post-operative recovery for patients.

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Did you know that oral and maxillofacial surgery is the oldest dental specialty?

admin — Fri, 20 Jan 2017 19:24:18 +0000

For more than a century, the treatment of infections and severe trauma of the mouth, jaws and face, particularly during the Second World War, greatly contributed to the development of oral and maxillofacial surgery techniques. Dentists, along with physicians and specialized physicians, refer patients to oral and maxillofacial surgeons for treatment of dental abnormalities (wisdom teeth), cysts, jaw tumors and cancers, bone grafts and tooth implants, facial fractures, malformations (cleft lips and other asymmetries) and temporo-mandibular joint problems. Such specialists possess a sophisticated knowledge of these fields thanks to their vast dental, medical and surgical experience.

Visit Federation of dental specialists of Québec site for more information on oral and maxillofacial surgery and other dental specialties:
https://www.fdsq.qc.ca/en/maxillo.htm

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See a list of common symptoms after oral surgery

admin — Mon, 18 Apr 2016 16:42:09 +0000

BLEEDING Following surgery in the mouth, bleeding is normal. Change cottons every 30- 45 minutes, until they are no longer soaked. If bleeding is excessive, bite on gauze soaked with strong tea (or the teabag itself) for 15-30 minutes until the bleeding subsides. It is not recommended to rinse, spit, drink with a straw or smoke the day of the surgery. All suction caused could trigger another bout of bleeding.

SWELLING Chopped ice in a zip-lock bag should be applied continually alternating every 10 minutes for the first 3-4 hours. The ice may also help alleviate the pain. Difficulty in opening your mouth wide may occur in the first few days. Do not be alarmed, it is normal.

DISCOLORATION Black, blue or yellow areas may develop around the face and neck (bruising). This is a result of bleeding into the tissue and is of little significance.

BONY EDGES After extractions, small sharp bone fragments may work their way up through the gums during healing. These are not tooth fragments nor roots. If annoying, return to the office to have them removed.

EMERGENCY Excessive bleeding or discomfort, abnormal reactions to medication (rash, itching, nausea or vomiting) warrant an emergency phone call. Use the emergency number of your doctor which has been given to you by our staff.

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