Do you remember the flossing controversy? Three years ago, the Associated Press shook up the world of dental hygiene with a groundbreaking report that flossing may not be worth the effort. The AP examined years of research on flossing efficacy and found that the studies didn’t support the recommendation to make this a daily habit…. Read More »
More than 2.8 million Texans have diabetes, approximately 14% of the adult population. Diabetes occurs when the body has a hard time processing sugars. Diabetes affects the entire body, including the mouth. Learn how this disease impacts oral health and how you can protect your smile from the complications of diabetes. Diabetes and the Mouth-… Read More »
Fifty years ago, if you lost the majority of your teeth, dentures were the only solution. Dentures have their benefits, but they aren’t always the right treatment solution. Thanks to modern dentistry, our patients today have options for full arch and full mouth tooth replacement and restoration. Dental implants, including the popular All-On-4 treatment that… Read More »
Oral cancer is changing. Once it was a disease for older men, typically with a history of tobacco use. Today, oral cancer patients are younger, and many do not regularly smoke. More females are getting oral cancers than ever before. Oral cancer is no longer a “disease for old men” and is something we should… Read More »
The Benefits of Metal-Free Dental Implants Hill Country Oral Surgery is proud to offer metal-free dental implants to our patients in Austin, TX. These strong and durable implants provide our patients with another option for tooth replacement and restoration. We want to help you get your smile back. Come in for a consultation to learn… Read More »
Infection and disease can affect any part of the tooth. When infected tissues are located below the gumline and root canal treatment has failed, your dentist or oral surgeon may recommend an apicoectomy, also known as root-end surgery. A skillfully executed root-end procedure may be able to save your tooth. Do you need an apicoectomy… Read More »
When you’re embarrassed by your teeth, smiling can feel like an impossibility. Damaged, missing, or broken teeth can keep you from enjoying life’s special moments. Dental implants give you a reason to smile again. Hill Country Oral Surgery is one of the top oral surgery practices for dental implant placement in Austin, TX. We look… Read More »
Modern-day dental implants are designed to last a lifetime. They are a strong and effective option for replacing missing teeth. Dental implants can last and last, but only if certain conditions are met. Learn the factors that contribute to the long term success of your dental implants. Contact us to explore your options for tooth… Read More »
Is it normal for wisdom teeth to cause discomfort? You would think that this question has a simple answer, but unfortunately, it doesn’t. Yes, it can be normal for the wisdom teeth to feel uncomfortable. Discomfort can also be a sign of a problem that requires attention. If you’re unsure of the cause of your… Read More »
Few things are as magical as a first smile after years of embarrassment about your teeth. Dental implants are one of the tools that we use to restore functionality and beauty to the smiles of our patients with missing or damaged teeth. For many years, our surgeons have used state-of-the-art titanium dental implants with excellent… Read More »
