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Exparel®: A Safer, Longer-Lasting Option for Post-Surgical Pain Relief

Recovering from oral surgery can be uncomfortable — but modern pain management options mean you don’t have to rely solely on prescription narcotics to feel better.
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Chris Midtling, DDS, MD, Achieves Diplomate Status

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The Woodlands, TX – March 2025 – Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery proudly congratulates Chris Midtling, DDS, MD, on earning Diplomate ...
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Addressing Dental Anxiety

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If just hearing the word “dentist” is a trigger warning for you, then take a deep breath, and read this article! Dental anxiety is very real...
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Salivary Gland Blockage: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

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Oral and maxillofacial surgery, the surgical arm of dentistry, is best known for wisdom teeth extractions and dental implants, but these hig...
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Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Welcomes Chris Midtling, DDS, MD

Dr. Chris Midtling
The Woodlands, TX – 7.22.24 – Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Chris Midtling to their team o...
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Dental Implants vs. Dentures: Why Implants Are the Superior Choice

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Choosing between dentures and dental implants is something many Americans will have to do as some 200 million people in the U.S. are missing...
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The Risks of Smoking and Vaping

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Smoking has been a well-known health hazard for decades, but the emergence of vaping has added a new dimension to the conversation. While va...
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Understanding Tooth Malformation: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment Options

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Tooth malformation refers to abnormalities in the shape, size, or structure of a tooth. Malformed teeth can affect both the crown (visible p...
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Mewing: The Unscientific Trend Taking Over Social Media

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In recent years, a trend known as "mewing" has gone viral on social media platforms like TikTok, with many young people attempting this DIY ...
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Dr. Steven Balandran Has Achieved the Prestigious Status of Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Celebrates Dr. Steven Balandran’s Achievement as Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
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