Chicago oral surgeon Dr. Steven A. Koos, D.D.S., M.D., was recently named as the recipient of the 2010 Work of Heart Award bestowed by the non-profit agency Parents Allied with Children and Teachers for Tomorrow (P.A.C.T.T.). Online PR News – 12-January-2011 –Chicago, IL – Chicago oral surgeon Dr. Steven A. Koos, D.D.S., M.D., was recently named […]

If you’re considering having your third molars—more commonly known as “wisdom teeth”—removed, you should know that there are a number of compelling reasons to do so. One factor for consideration is the likelihood that wisdom teeth will ultimately become infected or promote inflammation. Because the wisdom teeth are particularly hard to reach, it’s challenging to […]

If you are faced with the loss of some or all of your teeth, today’s technology and advances in dentistry mean that you have several options other than traditional ill-fitting dentures. Your ORA oral surgeon offers permanent prosthetic teeth anchored by dental implants. While some dental implant techniques require more invasive surgery, bone grafting and […]

If you have lost one or more of your teeth, dental implants could be suitable for you. A dental implant is a bio-compatible, titanium, root-shaped fixture that is carefully placed in the jawbone and replaces a missing tooth root.  Dental implants integrate with the bone and can be used to support a crown that replaces […]

Dr. Steven A. Koos D.D.S., M.D., a Chicago Oral Surgeon, joins a distinguished panel of speakers from around the globe, as an approved and certified Nobel Biocare® clinician lecturer who can offer continuing education credits to general dentists for his expertise with dental implants, bone grafting and the All-on-4 “Teeth in a day” technique. Online […]

Chicago oral surgery practice, ORA Oral Surgery & Implant Studio® is proud to announce that the practice was recently named as a recipient of the Green Health Care Program Gold Star Award, the highest available rating to recognize sustainability in the practice of health care. Online PR News – 18-November-2010 –Chicago, IL – Chicago oral […]

Dr. Steven A. Koos, D.D.S., M.D., a leading oral and maxillofacial surgeon in Chicago, Illinois, is pleased to announce the opening of the city’s first ‘green’ oral surgery practice. Online PR News – 29-October-2010 –Chicago, IL – Dr. Steven A. Koos, D.D.S., M.D., a leading oral and maxillofacial surgeon in Chicago, Illinois, is pleased to […]

A topic commonly discussed in conjunction with dental implant surgery is bone grafting. While not all dental implant patients require bone grafts, the procedure is combined with implant placement under certain circumstances. Dental Implants and Bone Loss Many people who have lost teeth have also lost bone tissue from their jawbone. This is because the […]

A wide variety of accidents and injuries can lead to facial trauma of varying degrees. In addition to severe injuries as the result of automobile accidents or other major trauma, facial injury can occur as a result of falls, sports accidents or even accidents involving skateboards or bicycles. Oral Surgery and Facial Trauma Damage to […]

Relaxation may not be the first thing that comes to mind when most people think about an upcoming appointment with the oral surgeon, but it is possible to truly unwind while you’re in the chair. Thanks to sedation dentistry, previously skittish dental patients are finding their dentist visits to be more comfortable and even enjoyable. […]