A Look Inside of A Patient’s Journey
Every one of our patients at Rockwall Oral Surgery comes to us with a different dental issue, from an entirely unique situation. Our team is always prepared to act no matter the necessary steps we need to take for our
Mouth Breathers and Dry Mouth
When our bodies are asleep, there are two air passageways to the lungs that help us breathe. These passageways are the nose and mouth. Typically, individuals that are healthy use both their nose and their mouth to breathe during their
What Your Tooth Sensitivity is Telling You
Have you ever taken a nice bite into an ice cream sandwich and instantly regretted it? If you’ve ever experienced this, know you’re not alone. Tooth sensitivity, or dentin hypersensitivity, is any discomfort in the teeth from anything too hot
The Nitty Gritty of Teeth Grinding
Do you know what bruxism is? Bruxism, also known as teeth grinding, is when an individual grinds or clenches their teeth together. Teeth grinding happens most when a person is asleep. It is estimated that around 30 to 40 million
How To Prevent a Dental Emergency
No one ever wants to have a dental emergency interrupt their day. In most emergencies, an individual will experience extreme oral pain, bleeding, or permanent tooth loss. Dental emergencies can happen suddenly, like getting hit in the mouth with a
Did You Know This About Dry Sockets?
Imagine yourself waking up in the middle of the night in excruciating pain. You feel pain in your jaw that radiates up to your temples. If you’ve just had an extraction or surgery, the cause of the pain may just
How a 3D Scan is Used in Dentistry
When you arrive at the dentist’s office, you’re likely expecting them to have the highest quality machinery and solutions for diagnosing your needs. There are a few structures in the mouth that a visual examination cannot see. Some areas, such
A Guide to Dental Trauma
Traumatic dental events can result from an accident or injury that happens to the mouth, gums, and jaw. Traumas can range from major to minor, depending on the cause of the damage. Immediately after it occurs, an immediate examination by
Dental Gems: Trendsetting or Tooth-Decaying?
With all of the best and worst 90’s trends making a comeback, tooth gems are reappearing. Mom jeans and shoulder pads may not be harmful to your health, but blinging out your smile just might. As more and more celebrities
Why Are My Gums Bleeding?
Gums can become inflamed and bleed when plaque, a film-like substance that contains bacteria, builds up along the gumline. If individuals are not brushing or flossing enough as a part of their oral hygiene routine, bacteria can spread throughout the