Orthognathic Surgery 101

If your dentist or orthodontist has suggested to you that you might benefit from jaw surgery, you are not alone. Misalignment of the jaw can range from mild to severe, and sometimes orthognathic surgery may be needed. While your orthodontist can correct bite problems involving your teeth, surgery may be needed when the jaws need to be repositioned. At its... read more ยป

Dental Implant Placement Basics as a Step-by-Step Process

If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. Thatโ€™s because when you chew your food, thereโ€™s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing toothโ€™s chewing action. Over time,... read more ยป

Do You Need Orthognathic Surgery to Relieve TMJ Pain?

If you find yourself experiencing TMJ symptoms that are mild and infrequent, they may go away on their own. This sometimes can take weeks or months depending on what you do to help your jaw find relief. Of course, this is a good time to alleviate symptoms by temporarily sticking to a soft food or blended diet instead of trying... read more ยป

Common Questions About Oral Surgery Recovery

Do you have questions concerning your recovery post-op? We have answers to the most common questions we get. Read on for more: How can I prepare for oral surgery? Make sure you have a comfortable recovery place set up at home. Having extra pillows can help you rest more comfortably, and having something to do while you rest can also... read more ยป

Do You Know what an Oral Surgeon Does?

Do you know what an oral surgeon does? Or do you just think that theyโ€™re the folks who take your wisdom teeth out - and take those hilarious videos after? If itโ€™s the latter, youโ€™re not alone. Thatโ€™s the mindset most people have, but the truth is that oral surgeons do so much more than just removing wisdom teeth and... read more ยป

How to Prepare for Your Oral Surgery

Every type of surgery involves some sort of preparation, no matter how big or small the procedure may be. The same goes with oral surgery. Regardless of the surgical procedure, our team at Redondo Oral Surgery wants to ensure that you remain as safe and comfortable as possible during your treatment. To accomplish this goal, it is important that you... read more ยป