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Oral Cancer Kills One American Every Hour of Every Day

Dr. Andrew Skigen

Nov 1, 2020

Oral Cancer Kills One American Every Hour of Every Day

The inside of the mouth is normally lined with a special type of skin (mucosa) that is smooth and coral pink in color. Any alteration in...

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Dr. Andrew Skigen

Aug 30, 2020

Oral Surgery

Why Was I referred to an Oral Surgeon?

If your dentist recommends a oral and maxillofacial surgeon, he’s talking about a specialty of dentistry that relates to your face and...

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Dr. Andrew Skigen

Aug 15, 2020

Dental Implants

Dental Implants vs Bridges

If you have lost one or more of your natural teeth, it is important to determine the best way to replace them. Replacing missing teeth...

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Dr. Andrew Skigen

Jul 15, 2020

Oral Surgery

Relax And Leave Your Anxiety At Home

We understand the anxiety people feel when they go to the dentist, especially an oral surgeon. Maybe you had a traumatic dental...

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9 in 10 Americans Have At Least One Impacted Wisdom Tooth

Dr. Andrew Skigen

May 1, 2020

Wisdom Teeth

9 in 10 Americans Have At Least One Impacted Wisdom Tooth

The wisdom teeth are the final four teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime between age 17 and 25. Ideally, the teeth emerge...

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Abutment and Placement of Dental Implants

Dr. Andrew Skigen

Apr 1, 2020

Dental Implants

Abutment and Placement of Dental Implants

Most implants have three pieces: the implant that goes in your bone, the abutment (or connector) that holds the tooth, and the crown...

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Over 5 Million Teeth are Knocked Out a Year

Dr. Andrew Skigen

Mar 1, 2020

Oral Surgery

Over 5 Million Teeth are Knocked Out a Year

Traumatic dental injuries most often occur in accidents or sports-related injuries. But with proper emergency action, did you know that a...

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FIRST COAST ORAL SURGERY

FIRST COAST ORAL SURGERY

© 2023 First Coast Oral Surgery

Proudly serving Jacksonville, Lake City, Amelia Island, Orange Park, and the surrounding areas:

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