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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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How Facial Trauma Can Affect Your Bite and Jaw Alignment

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Facial trauma doesn’t just cause visible injuries — it can disrupt the way your teeth and jaw work together.
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Save Your Smile: Act Fast After a Knocked-Out Tooth

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When it comes to dental emergencies, a knocked-out tooth ranks among the most urgent — and surprisingly common.
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Understanding the Many Types of Oral Surgery: What Patients Should Know

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At Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, our board-certified surgeons provide a wide range of oral surgery procedures — from routine tooth...
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Dental Implants vs. Bridges — Which Do You Need?

Missing teeth can impact more than just your smile. They can affect how you speak, chew, and even cause your facial structure to change over...
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Bone Grafting: What to Expect Before, During, and After the Procedure

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Have you been told you need a bone graft before getting dental implants? If so, you're not alone as more than half of dental implant patient...
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10 Signs Your Extraction Site is Not Healing Properly

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Tooth extractions are a common dental procedure, but proper healing is essential for your comfort and long-term oral health.
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Wisdom Teeth Removal for Busy Schedules: How to Minimize Downtime

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Wisdom teeth removal is a rite of passage for many teens, college students, and working professionals. But when your calendar is already pac...
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All-on-4® Dental Implants: Advancements and Insights for 2025

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The All-on-4® dental implant procedure, which has already transformed countless lives by providing a stable and natural-feeling alternative ...
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How Smoking Affects Oral Surgery Recovery

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Oral surgery can help you treat a variety of dental and facial conditions, including tooth decay, gum disease, and jaw misalignment, but the...
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