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A teen’s injuries looked like he was in a ‘high-speed’ crash. Instead, a vape pen exploded in his mouth.

The use of e-cigarettes among young people continues to grow in popularity. Regardless of whether this is due to the ease of accessibility, the variety of “fun” flavors, or the ability to conceal e-cigarette devices from parents and teacher...
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Caring For Your Patient After Wisdom Teeth Surgery

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Wisdom teeth surgery is a common, out-patient surgical procedure using IV anesthesia for the purpose of extracting third molars. Most wisdom...
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IV Anesthesia & Full Disclosure about Prescription & Illicit Drug Use

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At Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, our goal is to provide the highest quality oral surgical care and safety for our patients. With t...
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What to Do if Your Dental Implant Fails

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Dental implants are a fantastic permanent solution to missing teeth. However, in rare cases, it is possible for a dental implant to fail.
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7 Tips to Help You Survive After Wisdom Teeth Surgery

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While you might not be looking forward to having your wisdom teeth removed, at least you know you’re not alone. The American Association of ...
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Why Use a Board Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon?

We get it! Oral surgery isn’t fun. It’s no “walk in the park.” And while we can’t guarantee that it will be “easy as pie,” we can promise th...
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Oral Surgery FAQs

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You've got questions. We've got answers. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions at Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
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Summertime is the Best Time to Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed

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Ice cream and popsicles are the perfect treats for both hot summer days AND post-op recovery. Coincidence? We think not! Having your wisdom ...
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Local Oral Surgeon Earns Top Healthcare Management Credential

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Zahid S. Lalani, DDS, PhD, MBA recently became a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives, the nation’s leading professional ...
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The History of Dental Innovations

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Modern dentistry has come a long way since its inception in the ancient world. The first records of dental history indicate that ancient Sum...
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