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 »
Spotting a new white or gray patch inside of the mouth can be a disturbing find. Is it cancer? Is it treatable? We always encourage our patients to get in touch with us if they see changes in their oral health or if they develop any patches or spots that don’t go away. Leukoplakia is… Read More »
Dental implants are designed to last. With proper use, they can enhance your smile and restore dental function for decades. At Hill Country Oral Surgery, we regularly perform dental implant placement in Austin, TX and have an excellent success rate. Unfortunately, dental implants do occasionally fail. This is not a common problem but can… Read More »
Jaw surgery changes lives, improves bites, and beautifies smiles. Corrective jaw surgeries are a specialty of our oral surgeons here at Hill Country Oral Surgery in Austin, TX. Learn more about jaw surgery. Find out if you’re a candidate. Finally, call us at 512-327-7233 to schedule a consultation with one of our oral surgeons. What… Read More »
Have you been missing one or more teeth for a long time? Are you considering dental implants? If so, then you should be considering a bone graft. Schedule a consultation today to find out how a bone graft could benefit you. Finding out if you need a bone graft is a painless procedure but you will… Read More »
Missing teeth? Let’s restore your smile. The two primary options for treating missing teeth are implants and dental bridges. Which option is best for you? Keep reading to learn about your options for tooth replacement. At Hill Country Oral Surgery, we can restore your smile and your confidence. We’re here to offer personalized advice. Call… Read More »
Dry socket is one of the most dreaded complications after tooth extraction. It can occur whenever a tooth is removed but is more common after wisdom tooth removal than other types of extractions. The good news is, with a few preventative tips, you can dramatically reduce your risk of this painful condition. Dry socket is… Read More »
“Say cheese!” When it’s time to smile to do you show off those pearly whites with a big grin or do you close your lips tight and hide your teeth? At Hill Country Oral Surgery in Austin, TX we want our patients to be proud of their teeth, knowing that their smile is healthy and… Read More »
Tooth extraction is often the first step to correcting dental problems and restoring an attractive, healthy smile after extensive decay or dental trauma. If you need to have a tooth removed, call our office and schedule a tooth extraction consultation with one of our highly trained and experienced oral surgeons. Getting that tooth removed is… Read More »
Losing even a single tooth can have a major impact on your health and appearance. Often the full consequence of losing a tooth isn’t realized immediately as these changes are subtle and occur over time. The good news is, with modern dental restoration, we can we can eliminate many of the negative effects of… Read More »
