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What is Marsupialization of a Keratocyst?

Marsupialization is a conservative and non-invasive surgical option to treat keratocysts, especially in the case of large cysts, or with very young or old patients. Research has shown that marsupialization, which creates a pouch-like openin...
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Pineapple Juice and Wisdom Teeth Removal Recovery: Fact or Fiction?

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If you put stock in the adage that it is best to “believe none of what you hear and believe half of what you see” then what are we to make o...
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Oral Mucoceles: What Causes Them and How to Treat Them

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Oral mucoceles, sometimes called an oral mucous cyst, is a harmless, painless swelling on the lip or inside of the mouth.
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Sore Spot: Your Oral Surgeon Can Treat Scar Tissue in Your Mouth

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You know what’s irritating? That … that, right there! That sore spot in your mouth that nobody else can see – except for your hygienist and ...
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Different Types of Oral Surgery

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Oral and maxillofacial surgeons undergo years of extensive education and training, which allows them to perform many different types of oral...
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Announcing the Board Certification of Dr. Ryan H. Parnell

Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, one of the largest oral surgery practices in southeast Texas, is pleased to announce the Board Certi...
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What is Dry Socket?

Dry socket is a painful condition that can sometimes develop after the removal of an adult tooth. In fact, dry socket is the most common com...
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How Dental Bone Grafting Works

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When implants are needed to replace missing teeth or the jaw bone needs to be reconstructed after traumatic injuries or following removal of...
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What to Ask Your Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMS) Before Surgery

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Oral and maxillofacial surgeons, or OMS, are called upon to complete surgical dental procedures. Some of the most common surgical oral and d...
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Impacted Teeth: Basics of an Expose and Bond Procedure

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If you're like most people when you hear the words impacted teeth, wisdom teeth come to mind. This is quite understandable since nine out of...
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