Dr. Andrew SkigenNov 1, 2020Oral CancerOral Cancer Kills One American Every Hour of Every DayThe 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...
Dr. Andrew SkigenAug 30, 2020Oral SurgeryWhy 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...
Dr. Andrew SkigenAug 15, 2020Dental ImplantsDental Implants vs BridgesIf you have lost one or more of your natural teeth, it is important to determine the best way to replace them. Replacing missing teeth...
Dr. Andrew SkigenJul 15, 2020Oral SurgeryRelax And Leave Your Anxiety At HomeWe understand the anxiety people feel when they go to the dentist, especially an oral surgeon. Maybe you had a traumatic dental...
Dr. Andrew SkigenMay 1, 2020Wisdom Teeth9 in 10 Americans Have At Least One Impacted Wisdom ToothThe wisdom teeth are the final four teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime between age 17 and 25. Ideally, the teeth emerge...
Dr. Andrew SkigenApr 1, 2020Dental ImplantsAbutment and Placement of Dental ImplantsMost implants have three pieces: the implant that goes in your bone, the abutment (or connector) that holds the tooth, and the crown...
Dr. Andrew SkigenMar 1, 2020Oral SurgeryOver 5 Million Teeth are Knocked Out a YearTraumatic dental injuries most often occur in accidents or sports-related injuries. But with proper emergency action, did you know that a...