Category: Oral Surgery

What Exactly Is A Root Canal?

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We often see root canals depicted in movies and TV. They are usually shown as a great source of pain and discomfort for the patient. But that doesn’t have to be the case! Root canals, often placed with a crown, are very common procedures that can help us save our teeth. Today, your Newport Beach,… Read more »

Your Grafting Options

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Gum recession happens for a variety of reasons, and is seen very frequently in patients in the United States. We have solutions, but people are often hesitant to get grafts.  Grafts are a highly successful operation and shouldn’t worry anyone. Today, your Newport Beach, CA dentist explains how gum grafts may be helpful to you.

Solutions For Receding Gums

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Very commonly seen in the dental industry, gum recession can happen for a variety of reasons. This is often highly embarrassing for people, and patients often delay care, imagining it to improve on its own. This is not just an unsightly condition, but it can be dangerous to the teeth and even the bone in… Read more »

Tooth Extraction Yields Major Results

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Sometimes, tooth extraction is the best option for your overall oral health. Of course, no one wants to be down a tooth — especially several — but it can be truly beneficial. Whether you are having issues with your wisdom teeth or another tooth is suffering from decay, removal can be the best course of… Read more »

Dr. Hofkes Is An Oral Surgery Expert

Oral Surgery

When you require oral surgery, you want the best professional around. After all, this person is responsible for helping you renew your smile, so you should actively seek out a passionate, dedicated dentist. If you live in the Newport Beach area, Dr. Shawn Hofkes is a stellar option for all your oral surgery needs. In… Read more »

Why Might You Need Oral Surgery?

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While a thorough preventive dental routine should provide a healthy level of protection against various sources of oral threats, sometimes bacteria and other factors may have a different plan in mind. Indeed, gum disease, tooth decay, and more can settle in fast and wreak havoc on your oral health. What’s more? Failing to seek treatment… Read more »

Spanning Multiple Teeth With Bridges

Dental bridge supported by implants. Medically accurate 3D illustration of human teeth and dentures concept

Your smile is one of your greatest assets, and it is certainly one of the first attributes a person notices about you. Indeed, a bright smile can indicate a person’s confidence and overall disposition about life, and as such, many people place a heavy emphasis on their smile’s appearance. Keep in mind, however, that oral… Read more »

When Is Dental Extraction Necessary?

Dental equipment holding an extracted tooth

Taking care of your smile is a lifelong endeavor and one that is certainly not met without complication. Indeed, a variety of factors can negatively influence your smile, including traditional concerns such as tooth decay and gum disease, and nontraditional issues such as oral cancer and sleep apnea. As a result, it is imperative you… Read more »

Oral Surgery Is Dr. Hofkes’ Passion

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The key to providing the best possible care to our patients is the passion we have for helping them achieve the healthiest possible smiles. We deeply care about the well-being of everyone who enters our office, and we believe this allows us to provide thorough, personalized services to the members of our community. From cosmetic… Read more »

What Happens After An Extraction?

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If you need a tooth — or several — you’re probably wondering about what’s going to fill in the gap. After all, you probably don’t want to traverse through your life with an empty space that was once occupied by a tooth. Luckily, there are several options that can provide a prosthetic tooth, also known… Read more »