For patients in Chicago considering dental surgery, selecting a skilled oral surgeon is only a portion of the challenge. Selecting an oral surgeon who is concerned with your safety and comfort and one who utilizes cutting-edge technology can really make the difference in the outcome of your procedure. During a surgical procedure, an oral surgeon […]

Recent advances in dental technology have provided denture wearers with some fantastic opportunities for obtaining stronger, more beautiful smiles. Patients who are wearing dentures in Chicago are turning to this experienced oral surgeon for dental implants that can completely change their outlook on life. Dental implants can be used in an extraordinary number of combinations […]

A Chicago patient’s tooth extraction may be necessary for any number of reasons. A patient in perpetual pain may request a tooth extraction as a solution. Advanced decay or a significant abscess may have rendered a tooth unsalvageable. A tooth may need to be extracted if there’s no room in the jaw to accommodate it, […]

ORA® Oral Surgery & Implant Studio, a practice specializing in oral and jaw surgery, dental implants and All-on-4 in Chicago, is proud to announce that their Chicago Loop oral surgery practice is the most recent recipient of the “Greenest Business” Award by the Alliance for a Greener South Loop. Online PR News – 14-November-2011 –Chicago, […]

A critical element of dental implant success is the availability of adequate bone mass to anchor the implants and support the osseointegration process, in which the dental implants fuse with the jaw bone. In the past, patients with severe bone loss may have needed to undergo a bone graft surgery first or they might have […]

The third molars, more commonly known as wisdom teeth, can be problematic if they become impacted. When the wisdom teeth do not erupt or only erupt partially this can lead to several things; they can become decayed, cause pain and headaches, injure adjacent teeth, cause crowding within the dental arch, they can collect bacteria, thereby […]

Eliminating anxiety and discomfort prior to and during an oral surgery appointment can have a dramatic impact on the results of your treatment and overall experience. Generally, a patient who is able to feel comfortable and relaxed can expect a more positive dental experience and a more favorable recovery. A calm and relaxed patient can […]

The advantages of dental implants are endless. Compared to other tooth replacement alternatives, the dental implant has consistently ranked higher in terms of risks vs. benefits, patient satisfaction, longevity, and clinical success. A primary contributing factor to the dental implant’s consistent success can be accredited to its similarity to an actual tooth. In the past, […]

There are times when tooth loss is unavoidable. Advanced bone loss, trauma, and extensive decay can leave patients with few alternatives for saving a tooth. In the event that a patient in Chicago requires tooth extraction, it is important to understand the consequences of tooth loss. Some of the results of tooth loss can be […]

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 […]