Why Winter Time Is A Great Time To Get Your Wisdom Teeth Removed

Getting your wisdom teeth removed is a common procedure, especially for those in their late teens or early twenties. These back-of-the-mouth molars often cause discomfort due to limited space when they emerge. Symptoms like sore gums, jaw pain, and bleeding can arise. Your dentist might recommend removing wisdom teeth before symptoms start. This usually involves […]

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Myths and Facts of Cone Beam CT Scans

When you need oral surgery, wisdom teeth removal, or dental implants, our doctor, Dr. Letelier, at The Center for Oral Surgery of Las Vegas can help. Our Las Vegas office offers Computed tomography (CT) imaging or Cone Beam CT scans to get detailed images of your mouth so that we can determine exactly what kind […]

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Does the Removal of Wisdom Teeth Impact Your Remaining Teeth?

The Center for Oral Surgery of Las Vegas is here for you. Dr. Letelier’s commitment to performing excellent work drives his relationship with his patients and creates an atmosphere where you’ll feel safe and comfortable. Call us today. But What About the Rest of Your Smile? Countless people who have wondered if it’s time to […]

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Tips for Fast Recovery After Wisdom Teeth Removal

Getting teeth removed is serious but having a recovery plan makes getting back to normal easier. Getting rest and remaining hydrated are important, but there are other things any reputable oral surgeon in Las Vegas advises. These tips help alleviate post-surgery pain, as well as keep the area healthy while it heals. Keep Your Mouth […]

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5 Tips to Care for Your Dental Implants

The Center for Oral Surgery of Las Vegas is the best place to go when you need any oral surgery service. Dr. Carlos Letelier provides expert care to ensure that your teeth and gums are well taken care of so you can fight the effects of periodontal disease and maintain your smile for many years […]

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Advantages of Dental Cone Beam CT Scans

Through the use of a Cone Beam CT Scan, oral surgeons now can obtain a full view of the patient’s oral cavity, jaws and sinuses. This full view now allows the oral surgeon to plan simulations for treatments from the diagnosis they make. The Dental Cone Beam CT Scan and Its Advantages The Dental Cone […]

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Why Dental Implants are the Perfect Christmas Present

Are you looking to bring a smile to someone’s face this Christmas? Choosing the perfect Christmas gift can be difficult. If you want to give the gift that keeps on giving, then dental implants are a great option. Dental implants can restore an individual’s smile and self-confidence. Our team at The Center for Oral Surgery […]

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Important Tips for Recovering From Gum Grafting Surgery

The health of your gums is essential to your overall dental and oral health. If you have a receding gumline due to periodontal disease, genetics, older age, or improper brushing, Gum grafting surgery might be necessary to repair your gums. If you have this procedure done, it’s important to have tips for recovering from the […]

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7 Best Foods To Eat After Dental Implant Surgery

At the Center for Oral Surgery of Las Vegas, Dr. Carlos Letelier provides a number of services to treat many oral conditions. Once we determine your specific needs and goals, you may find that you are in need of dental implants. This procedure replaces the roots of an infected, missing or dead tooth with titanium […]

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7 Interesting Myths and Facts about Oral Surgery

The Center of Oral Surgery of Las Vegas is THE place to go for high-quality dental work, performed by the experienced Dr. Carlos Letelier. Dental health is important, and we are here to work with you to create a customized treatment plan that will help to fix your dental problems! Oral Surgery for Dental Correction […]

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5 Precautions You Should Be Aware of Before Wisdom Teeth Removal

Having your wisdom teeth removed can be a scary idea – nobody likes the idea of surgery, let alone in your mouth! Luckily, at The Center for Oral Surgery of Las Vegas, we take your concerns very seriously and your comfort is of the utmost importance to us. There are several things to be aware […]

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3 Reasons for Having a Loose Dental Implant

Many patients are told that dental implants are permanent. However, they can become loose. At the Center for Oral Surgery in Las Vegas, we strive to educate patients on what to know before, during, and after treatment. If you have a loose dental implant, we outline why this could be happening and what you can […]

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What Happens If You Don’t Get Wisdom Teeth Removed

Wisdom teeth are one of the biggest reasons people seek oral surgery. Depending on whether your wisdom teeth have erupted or not, you may need to remove them. But what happens if you don’t? How do you know if you need to remove your wisdom teeth? The Center for Oral Surgery of Las Vegas has […]

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6 Side Effects of Tooth Extractions

The Center for Oral Surgery of Las Vegas works hard to provide patients with quality, comprehensive dental and surgical care. Many patients are referred to our Las Vegas oral surgery office because their family dentist has told them they need a particular procedure like a tooth extraction. In dental care, tooth extractions are a last […]

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Best Home Care Tips After a Tooth Extraction

At The Center for Oral Surgery of Las Vegas, our team is proud to serve Southern Nevada with our top doctor, Dr. Carlos Letelier. The entire staff has the skills and care that make a difference in your patient experience. Located conveniently off the 215 highway, our practice serves all your dental needs. If you […]

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How Long Does it Take to Feel Normal After a Tooth Extraction?

Has your dentist recommended you get a tooth extraction? What does it mean exactly? Tooth extraction can be needed for a number of reasons: a large filling is damaged, you have a cracked/chipped tooth, or simply because you need your wisdom teeth removed. Depending on the reason, tooth extractions can be a major or very […]

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Healthy, Soft Foods To Enjoy After Oral Surgery

Oral surgery can be quick and painless, leaving your mouth feeling better than it ever has, but to ensure great results, you have to make sure you give your mouth the proper time to heal. That means eating foods that won’t damage or aggravate the parts of your mouth that are healing. Luckily, you can […]

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What To Expect When Having Your Teeth Removed

Dental Extractions in Las Vegas, NV Tooth extractions might seem scary, but they are one of the most routine oral surgery procedures out there, and they are an extremely safe and relatively painless treatment to undergo. At The Center for Oral Surgery Las Vegas we not only handle tooth extractions and wisdom teeth in Las […]

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Everything You Need to Know for Fear-Free Oral Surgery

The term oral surgery can sound daunting, given that surgery is known for being a serious and often invasive procedure—but in the case of oral surgery the opposite is true: in most instances oral surgery is low risk and relatively non-invasive! Here at The Center For Oral Surgery of Las Vegas, your Las Vegas dental […]

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What Conditions Does An Oral And Maxillofacial Surgeon Treat?

An oral and maxillofacial surgeon is a dental specialist who treats many diseases, injuries, and defects in the head, neck, face, jaws, hard and soft tissues of the mouth, and maxillofacial (jaws and face) region. This type of dental specialist is often referred to as simply an oral surgeon. Our Las Vegas oral surgeon provides […]

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