Dental Implant Placement: How long do I have to wait after tooth loss?

dentures, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • April 26, 2013

For most patients, tooth loss doesn’t just happen overnight. More often, it is the result of a planned extraction due to a failed root canal treatment (RCT), a severely fractured tooth, deep tooth decay, or extensive gum disease. Fortunately, losing a tooth no longer means that you are destined destructive dental procedures like bridges or […]

Maxillofacial Trauma: Alveolar Fractures

dental surgery, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • April 17, 2013

Even though you may not be an oral surgeon, there are some dental surgery procedures that you are probably familiar with. For example, most patients have a general understanding of procedures such as wisdom teeth extraction. However, there are other procedures that may seem completely foreign to you until something goes wrong. That’s when you […]

Chicago Oral Surgeon Featured in the Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Journal

oral surgery, Press, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • April 9, 2013

Online PR News – 08-April-2013 –Chicago, IL – Dr. Steven Koos, an oral surgeon in Chicago, was recently featured in the cover story of the April 2013 issue of the Ambulatory Surgery Center Association Journal. The cover story, titled Operation Green – Implementing Sustainable And Eco-Friendly Practices In Your Surgery Center, showcases the environmentally responsible practices employed […]

Downtown Oral Surgeon Review – David B. Chicago,IL

review, tooth extraction, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • April 7, 2013

Overall the best dental experience I have had. Went in monday for consultation, scheduled for surgery (widsom teeth extraction) friday. I went in and was actually seen early. I came out with little to no swelling. Didn’t leave the office groggy or dazed either. Dr. Koos even called me that evening to check up on […]

What is Oral Conscious Sedation?

sedation dentist, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • April 4, 2013

When you are in search of a sedation dentist or a dental office that offers sedation dentistry, what you are really seeking is an opportunity to relax and de-stress during your treatment. In fact, millions of dental patients are finding that there is no need to grasp the armrests of the dental chair or fight […]

Chicago Oral Surgery Patient Review, K.A., Illinois

dental surgery, oral surgery, review, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • March 29, 2013

I love this place. Dr. Kralj and Dr. Koos are wonderful; everyone is professional. I live in Lakeview and I travel all the way down to this location because I love this location specifically. Originally, I decided to come here because of the great yelp reviews and I’m so glad I did.

Nonodontogenic Jaw Cysts: Stafne Bone Cyst

dental surgeon, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • March 28, 2013

When your dental surgeon looks at your x-rays, there is more to see than just the wisdom teeth. The large cone beam CT scans capture a complete image of your teeth, jaws, sinuses, and jaw joints. They provide valuable information about your anatomy and they help your dental surgeon to identify anything that may be […]

Maxillofacial Trauma: Maxillary Fractures

oral surgery, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • March 18, 2013

Although fractures of the upper jaw (maxilla) are not as common as lower jaw fractures, they are frequently seen when there has been a fracture to the nose or any portion of the center of the face. Since the upper jaw bone plays an important role in supporting the middle of the face, a fracture […]

Safety and Comfort with Anesthesia at ORA

sedation dentist, Uncategorized, Video • By drkoos2 • March 8, 2013

Narrator: Although stereotypes linger, a trip to the oral and maxillofacial surgery office is no longer the stressful and painful experience older adults remember. Today’s modern oral and maxillofacial surgeons provide patients with a very comfortable surgical environment and appropriate anesthetic to ease their discomfort and anxiety. Most oral and maxillofacial surgery take place in […]

Will I need to have teeth extracted prior to getting braces?

tooth extraction, Uncategorized • By drkoos2 • March 4, 2013

For millions of children, teens, and adults, orthodontic treatment is the ideal way to correct a long list of dental conditions. Conditions such as crowding, spacing, crossbite, and overbite can influence your ability to speak and chew. The position and appearance of your teeth can also impact your outward appearance, your facial profile, the fullness […]