Why Extracting Wisdom Teeth Is Important

Getting the wisdom teeth extracted is a process that nearly everyone needs to go through at the end of adolescence. But have you ever wondered why so many of us need to have these teeth pulled? At The Center for Oral Surgery of Las Vegas, we’re proud to offer a wide range of oral surgery […]

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Common Causes of Tooth Loss and Damage

Facial trauma and dental damage are no laughing matter. Unfortunately, it is easy for anyone to receive an unexpected blow that leaves them with fractured bones in the face or damaged teeth. Even if you do not believe your injury is serious, it is important that you be evaluated by a medical professional. Some damage […]

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Common Causes of Tooth Loss & What to Do

If you have ever experienced tooth loss as an adult, you know how life-changing it can be. According to an NCBI study, 45% of people who lost a tooth had difficulty adjusting to the loss. They felt less confident, were more inhibited in daily activities, and were unable to accept facial changes. Understanding the causes […]

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Your Premier Dental Implant Specialists

If you lose or severely damage a tooth, you may be left wondering what your options are. Dental implants from The Center of Oral Surgery of Las Vegas are the answer. A damaged smile can have significant confidence, aesthetic and oral health implications. We help patients reclaim their smiles quickly and permanently, and offer all […]

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Dental Implant Cost: What to Expect

Losing a tooth can be jarring, and we understand that budgeting for a dental implant procedure may be a bit daunting. That’s why we’ve put together this post with what costs to expect with a dental implant procedure and how to move forward in making the best financial decision for you. The Costs of Dental […]

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3 Reasons Your Las Vegas Dentist May Recommend a Tooth Extraction

A tooth extraction is a process in which your oral surgeon removes your tooth from its dental socket or alveolus. The procedure may sound scary, but Dr. Carlos Letelier and the team have perfected a method that is simple, painless and as quick as possible. That said, you may wonder if tooth extraction is really […]

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Which Teeth Can Be Replaced By Dental Implants?

One of the most wonderful things about dental implants is that they can be used to replace anywhere from a single missing tooth to an entire set of missing teeth. This means that you can benefit from Las Vegas dental implants whether you’re just missing one tooth or an entire arc of teeth on the […]

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Dental Implants: A Great Investment to Your Health

Many people do not realize that every tooth they have plays an important role in contributing to their physical and emotional well-being. Your teeth work in unison to help you bite, tear food and chew, which is the first step in the digestive process. Your teeth are all dependent upon one another for proper support […]

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Dental Implants: Restore Your Natural Smile

When you’re missing teeth, you may hesitate to smile when around others due to feeling embarrassed by the gaps in your smile. This can greatly affect your ability to express your emotions to others and can even result in you not enjoying activities fully due to feeling self-conscious about how your smile looks. Why Dental […]

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What Factors Contribute To Long Term Success of Dental Implants?

In order for a dental implant to succeed, the patient must be in good oral and overall health and do an excellent job of maintaining optimal oral hygiene once the implant has been placed. One of the main benefits of dental implants in Las Vegas is that 95 – 98% of all dental implants are […]

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Is Anesthesia Required for Dental Implants?

When it comes to addressing tooth loss, dental implants are an excellent option for replacing missing teeth. Dental implants can provide you with permanent, stationary and natural-looking new teeth that look, feel and function just like natural teeth. Implant surgery involves placing an artificial tooth root into the jawbone. Anesthesia and Dental Implant Surgery With […]

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Congenitally-Missing Teeth: What Are My Options?

Most people associate missing teeth with loss due to severe decay or injury. However, some people are born with missing teeth. Like teeth lost to trauma or other issues, congenitally-missing teeth can be replaced with dental implants. It is not all that uncommon for some people to have teeth that simply don’t come in. This […]

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Eat The Foods You Want with Dental Implants

Advances made over the years in implant dentistry have resulted in the development of new options for addressing tooth loss that have numerous benefits over traditional tooth replacement options. Today, dental implants are the tooth replacement option most people choose as implants are permanent, natural-looking and allow you to eat any foods you like. How […]

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Dental Implants: Enjoy the health benefits of a complete smile

Implant dentistry makes it possible for those who have lost teeth to enjoy the benefits of a complete, permanent smile. Even if you have only one missing tooth, replacing it with an implant can prevent serious issues from developing in the future. Why Replace a Missing Tooth? A single missing tooth might not seem like […]

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How will dental implants affect my life?

If you have one or more missing teeth, getting a tooth implant can greatly improve your quality of life. With your new tooth or teeth, you can smile, eat, and talk with confidence, as well as maintain the overall shape of your face by avoiding long-term bone atrophy. Why It’s Important to Replace Missing Teeth […]

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Will I have to go to more than one doctor to get dental implants?

Dental implants represent a state-of-the-art means of getting new, natural-looking teeth that come complete with tooth roots. They help keep your jawbone healthy and ensure that you’ll be able to eat all the foods you love. You might need to visit more than one type of dentist for the full procedure, depending upon your particular […]

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Exchanging a bridge for All on 4 Implants?

A dental bridge is often used to replace one or two teeth that have teeth remaining on either side. The bridge is anchored to the adjacent teeth with crowns or wires. Dental implants can also be used to replace only one or two missing teeth without requiring reshaping of the adjacent teeth. When several teeth […]

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Receding Gums: Are Dental Implants Still An Option?

When the gums are receding, the roots of the teeth are exposed which can leave teeth susceptible to damage and loss. If you have receding gums, your gum recession must be dealt with before you can have dental implants placed. This is because dental implants require a stable & sufficient jawbone and healthy gum tissue […]

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What Factors Contribute To Long Term Success of Dental Implants?

In order for a dental implant to succeed, the patient must be in good oral and overall health and do an excellent job of maintaining optimal oral hygiene once the implant has been placed. One of the main benefits of dental implants in Las Vegas is that 95 – 98% of all dental implants are […]

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My Dental Implant is Loose, What Should I Do?

As highly reliable, permanent replacements for missing teeth, the vast majority of dental implants are successful. In fact, the success rate for dental implants is between 95 – 98%, which is one of the many reasons implants are so popular. However, just like the natural teeth, implants can suffer trauma wherein they become loose. There […]

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