Dental Implants: Will I need a traditional “sinus lift”, also know as sinus augmentation or sinus grafting?

implant dentist, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • April 27, 2012

A sinus lift is a common dental surgical procedure that can be performed prior to, or at the time of, dental implant placement. In this procedure, the bone and related anatomy at the bottom of the sinus cavity is augmented to create the needed vertical height to provide a more ideal environment for a dental […]

Review of Oral Surgeon – Samantha G., Chicago, IL

review, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • April 17, 2012

After a ridiculously traumatic experience getting my bottom 2 wisdom teeth out at my regular dentist (all I need to tell you is 4 hours, no anesthesia/gas, and ‘complicated’ teeth that he wasn’t prepared for), I waited 4 years to get the other two out. Oops. I’m also terrified of needles despite being covered in […]

Sedation Dentistry: Will I remember anything?

sedation dentist, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • April 16, 2012

Choosing a sedation dentist in Chicago Illinois can remove much of the tension and apprehension experienced by many dental patients. While sedation dentistry is not a substitute for a talented, experienced and caring oral and maxillofacial surgeon, it can certainly make any procedure more relaxing. Depending upon the type of sedation and the level of […]

Oral Surgeon in Chicago Loop Promotes National Facial Protection Month

oral surgeon, oral surgery, Press, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • April 13, 2012

– Dr. Steven Koos, owner of ORA® Oral Surgery & Implant Studio, a practice specializing in oral and jaw surgery in the Chicago Loop neighborhood of Chicago IL, is among a group of oral and maxillofacial surgeons nationwide that are promoting National Facial Protection Month. Online PR News – 12-April-2012 –Chicago, IL – Dr. Steven […]

Patient Review – Mary Margaret S., Chicago, IL

dental surgery, review, Uncategorized, wisdom teeth • By drkoos2 • April 3, 2012

A co-worker of mine put it best, in regards to oral surgery: no matter how far we progress as a society, with our technology, dentistry is still so primal, so caveman. Breaking bones and cracking teeth. It’s the only thing that hasn’t evolved. Now, while I was out for the cavemen practices, the rest of […]

Dental Implants: Never Use Denture Adhesive Again

dentures, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • April 2, 2012

If you consider the ingenious design of our natural teeth, it’s easy to appreciate the success of dental implants. Both consist of a root portion that serves as an anchor to the jaw bone and both extend above the gumline to create a strong biting or chewing surface. If you compare the design of the […]