In the beginning, there were X-rays. Machines using them have been commonplace in the medical profession for decades, allowing doctors and surgeons to peer inside the human body without ever making a cut. The field of radiology has come a long way in that time, with a variety of new devices and medical imaging techniques […]

Oral surgeons do much more than just pull wisdom teeth; we specialize in many forms of oral and maxillofacial conditions, including treating facial trauma. The team at Capital Oral & Facial Surgery Center is well versed in acute treatment and emergency care, as well as reconstruction and rehabilitation. Trauma is always unexpected, and as your trusted […]

Oral surgery typically produces a minimal level of discomfort; however, in some extensive extraction or surgical procedures, your recovery may involve a brief period of pain. There are many ways to help ease your discomfort and to speed up your recovery time. Below are a few helpful suggestions for preventing and relieving your oral surgery pain. […]

  When making appointments at our practice whether it is for extraction of wisdom teeth, dental implants, TMJ or tooth extractions and other procedures the front office staff is almost always told/asked “I don’t need a consultation I just need the procedure done.”  In the back of my mind I always wonder if the same […]

Stress has profound effects on the body. During times of stress, emotions like anxiety, fear, and anger take a toll on a person’s health. It is common knowledge that prolonged stress can affect the cardiovascular system as well as immunity to disease but many are unaware that stress affects dental health, too. In fact, stress […]

Does going to a dentist or oral surgeon pose risks for heart patients? According to recent evidence, it is important to communicate with your cardiologist and your dentist if you suffer from a heart condition to determine risks and take the proper action. Your medications may interact with dental products, while the procedures might cause […]