Implant-supported dentures: What are the benefits?

dentures, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • September 26, 2011

For years, edentulous patients were forced to turn to dentures in Chicago as their only option for tooth replacement. Unfortunately, dentures have a long list of disadvantages. They lose their fit over time and repeatedly slip out of place. They can be uncomfortable and feel quite unnatural, and dentures require an ill-tasting adhesive that isn’t […]

Review from, Ashley W., Chicago, Illinois

implant dentist, oral surgeon, review, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • September 21, 2011

Just about completed my implant surgery and have to say for all the years I have been going to dentists and oral surgeons I have never been more comfortable in a dentist chair before. They are so kind and professional and make your experience as comfortable as possible. Dr. Koos and the rest of the […]

Eliminate anxiety and discomfort with sedation dentistry

sedation dentist, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • September 16, 2011

The prospect of oral surgery can be intimidating for many patients, especially those who even get anxious about routine care like professional cleanings. To manage this fear, most patients facing oral surgery in the Chicago Loop turn to sedation dentistry. Sedation dentistry is an appropriate and routine accommodation for a number of oral surgery procedures, […]

Chicago Loop Oral Surgeon Officially Endorses Green Guide For Health Care

oral surgeon, Press, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • September 14, 2011

Online PR News – 13-September-2011 –Chicago, IL – Dr. Steven A. Koos, D.D.S., M.D., an oral surgeon specializing in oral surgery and jaw surgery in Chicago and owner of ORA® Oral Surgery & Implant Studio, is proud to announce his involvement with the Green Guide for Health Care (GGHC) as an Official Endorser of the […]

Corrective jaw surgery for an open bite

jaw surgery, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • September 5, 2011

An open bite (apertognathia) is present when a space remains between the upper and lower jaws even when the mouth is closed. Childhood habits such as thumb-sucking can lead to this jaw malformation, as can genetic factors. This condition can lead to a variety of complications, such as problems chewing, speaking, premature posterior tooth wear […]

Review From Alex K. Chicago, IL

oral surgeon, review, Uncategorized, wisdom teeth • By drkoos2 • September 4, 2011

Hands down the only place you should go to get surgery work done! TIMELINE Birth to August 2nd 2011: wisdom teeth developed and sorta partially poked through my gums a little bit and bothered me here and there over the last few years. August 3rd 2011 a.m.: I woke up with pain and swelling on […]