by Kim Higdon | Feb 7, 2022 | Utah Oral Surgeons
Did you know that more than 10 million Americans suffer from TMJ disorders? The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) joins your lower jaw (mandible) to your skull. The joint is located in front of your ears on both the left and right sides of your head. Your jaw may move...
by Kim Higdon | Jan 4, 2022 | Utah Oral Surgeons
Do you need to have one or more wisdom teeth removed? Perhaps you want to have lost teeth or dental implant replaced. Or maybe you need a restructuring of your gum or bone tissue. A maxillofacial surgeon is invaluable regardless of the injury or condition you have...
by Kim Higdon | Dec 6, 2021 | Utah Oral Surgeons
Did you know that each year, approximately 5 million Americans have their wisdom teeth removed? An oral maxillofacial surgeon is the healthcare practitioner called upon when you need surgery on your mouth, jaw, or face. But what exactly is the scope of practice for...
by Kim Higdon | Nov 18, 2021 | Utah Oral Surgeons
1 out of 8 people in the United States has an issue with their jaw joint. Because of how common these issues are, there are a variety of ways to treat them. Despite the wide variety of treatment options, not everything will work for everyone. One person may respond to...
by Kim Higdon | Nov 4, 2021 | Utah Oral Surgeons
Do you require a dental implant or a tooth replacement? Perhaps you’re ready to extract those wisdom teeth. There are numerous reasons you may need to visit an oral surgeon. The country today has over 4,120 oral and maxillofacial surgeons. The sheer number of...
by Kim Higdon | Sep 9, 2021 | Utah Oral Surgeons
Are you hiding a dull or incomplete smile behind closed lips? You might want to consider cosmetic dentistry this year. Many cosmetic dentistry procedures can improve the appearance of your smile. In fact, more people are experiencing the benefits of cosmetic and...
