Canines — or as some people call them, “eye teeth” and “cuspids” — are the pointed teeth that erupt on either side of your front four teeth. You have four in total, two on the upper arch and two on the lower. But sometimes, canines/cuspids become impacted. That is, they’re stuck up inside of the…
Creating a dental implant is a complex process, but it is made easier and more precise with the use of digital technology. Before the dental implant can be created, or the surgical procedure can be planned, it is necessary to create impressions of the teeth and take images of the teeth, tissues and jaw to…
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At Torrance Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center, we offer more than just smile reconstruction and tooth replacement. A couple of the popular supplemental treatments we offer to our patients are facial fillers and collagen injections. With cosmetic facial fillers, you can help create a fuller, smoother facial profile to look and feel your best.…
If you’re in pain during a pandemic, knowing what to do for a toothache or broken tooth can help you get relief as fast as possible. At Torrance Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Center, we’ve seen our fair share of dental emergencies. That’s why we’ve compiled some of the most common causes of tooth pain…
Dental implants are fast becoming the gold standard for replacing missing teeth. Implants are fixed permanent prosthodontics that are barely distinguishable from a natural tooth. Unlike dental bridges or removal partials, a single implant looks and feels like your natural tooth. Dental implants are also used to make bridges possible when there is need for…
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Due to current COVID-19 regulations, dentists and dental specialists in Torrance and throughout California are currently limiting services to emergency treatments and essential care. Here are some examples of when you might need to call our Torrance oral surgeon: A broken jaw Facial swelling Severe tooth pain or infection Knocked out teeth Oral bleeding Post-surgical…
After your tooth extraction in Torrance, California you’ll likely want to rinse your mouth to freshen up and remove any excess blood and other residue. Unfortunately, it’s not recommended that you rinse your mouth for at least 24 hours after to your procedure. Why Can’t You Rinse Your Mouth? Rinsing your mouth immediately after tooth…
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After you have a tooth pulled, you should follow all of the aftercare instructions that our Torrance, California dentist went over with you. Doing so will help ensure that you have a speedy recovery and decrease your chances of suffering from a dry socket. What Is A Dry Socket? When pulling a tooth, its roots…
Sleep apnea is a condition in which you stop breathing during your sleep. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common form of sleep apnea that’s found in Torrance, California and across the country. OSA occurs when your airway gets blocked during your sleep, preventing you from physically taking in air. A CPAP is the…
A dental implant is a great tooth replacement option that our Torrance oral surgeon might recommend to you. However, getting a dental implant does require several steps and quite a bit of time. Below is an explanation of how long you can expect the entire dental implant process to take. Step 1: Prep Procedures Before…
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Even our patients who have been told in the past that they are not good candidates for dental implants have found options at our clinic.