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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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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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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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 extraction 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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5 Care Tips for Dental Implants

If you’re getting dental implants soon, congratulations! This can be a huge step towards an improved self-image. If you’ve recently gotten dental implants, you can probably vouch for this too. While the actual procedure is a huge step, now you must learn to care for your dental implants so they can continue to shine as […]

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What Are the Symptoms of Oral Cancer?

The following symptoms are common indicators that you may have oral cancer. While these symptoms may indicate a less serious issue, it’s in your best interest to schedule a doctor visit to receive a professional diagnosis. The doctor will perform a physical exam on your lips and mouth and run tests if any suspicious or […]

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What Is an Apicoectomy And Why Is It Important?

At The Center for Oral Surgery of Las Vegas, our number one priority is your oral health. While there are some diseases and infections that attack our teeth to the point of tooth loss, Dr. Carlos Letelier and our amazing team will do everything in their hands to not only save your tooth, but to […]

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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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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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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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