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New Year, New You: Dental Health Resolutions

Good dental and oral care is a vital part of your great smile and offers so many benefits. So, now is the perfect time to resolve to protect your teeth. While we at Hill Country Oral Surgery are happy, able, and highly qualified to help you with your oral surgery needs, we also hope to… Read More »


Dental Options After Tooth Extraction

For many patients, tooth extraction can be traumatic. Every time you look in the mirror, it reminds you of what’s missing. It’s common to feel a profound sense of loss. Many patients try to avoid or minimize smiling due to embarrassment from a missing tooth. You can live with empty space after a tooth extraction,… Read More »


Dental Abscess Symptoms and Treatment

It’s easy to forget about your teeth until something goes wrong. Suddenly your tooth feels painful and sensitive. When you’ve got unexpected tooth pain, it’s time to see a dentist or oral surgeon. You may have a dental abscess. Prompt treatment is crucial to protect your health and your teeth. What Is a Dental Abscess?… Read More »


Your Guide to Tooth Extraction Aftercare

Whether you’ve had one tooth extracted or all of your wisdom teeth removed, your recovery will be supported through a combination of rest, pain medication, diet, hygiene and avoiding certain activities for a few days. Your doctor will explain the keys to recovery before the procedure and send you home with specific instructions after your… Read More »


Top Tooth Implant Choices After Tooth Removal

After you’ve had one or more teeth removed, you have the option to replace them with dental implants. The purpose of an implant is to restore function as well as to make you look and feel better. They are the closest thing you can get to natural, healthy teeth. You’ll regain your old smile and… Read More »


3 Techniques That Make Tooth Extraction Recovery Quick and Manageable

Wounds in the mouth heal ten times faster than cuts on the body, making recovery from dental surgery much easier than recovery from other surgeries. Your mouth is primed to heal and with these simple techniques, you can help facilitate the process. Here are our best tips for quick and manageable recovery after tooth extraction. … Read More »



Metal-Free Implants Restore Sensitive Patients’ Smiles Every Time

Metal-Free Implants Restore Sensitive Patient's Smiles Every Time Hill Country Oral Surgery

Are you allergic to titanium, dealing with thinning gums, or concerned with plaque build-up? Metal-free ceramic implants may be the right option for you! Consider titanium-free implants to help restore your smile.   Interested? Contact us for a consultation or call us at 512-327-7233.


Preparing Your Teen for Wisdom Tooth Removal

Wisdom teeth are often removed during the teen years, a challenging time for parents. Your little one is no longer little. They still need help but can do much on their own. And listening to their parents? Let’s just say it doesn’t always happen.  Wisdom tooth extraction is a common procedure, but it is still… Read More »


Don’t Ignore These TMJ Warning Signs

Eating a burger shouldn’t be a painful experience. Patients with TMJ experience pain and discomfort in the jaw area. This pain can even make daily activities like eating a real struggle. TMJ treatment can bring significant relief but only if you know that you need it. These TMJ warning signs could indicate a potential problem… Read More »