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Additional Specialties: Dental Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

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General Info: We are committed to providing superior, individualized oral healthcare to the members of our community in a safe and compassionate environment.
BBB Rating: A+
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Services/Products: Oral Surgery
Payment method: check, insurance, financing available, all major credit cards
Other Link: https://northwestfloridaoms.com
Categories: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Dental Clinics, Dentists, Endodontists, Implant Dentistry, Orthodontists, Physicians & Surgeons, Physicians & Surgeons, Oral Surgery, Prosthodontists & Denture Centers

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Phone: (850) 478-7070

Address: 4850 N 9th Ave, Pensacola, FL 32503

Website: https://northwestfloridaoms.com

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Northwest Florida Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Dental Examination
X-rays

Crowns
Each tooth consists of two parts: the crown and the root. The crown is visible in the mouth while the roots that support the tooth are firmly anchored in the jaw bone. The gingiva, or gum tissue, is a protective skin that clings to the necks of the teeth and covers the bone that holds the teeth. The molar teeth are located in the back of the mouth and may have two or three roots. The other teeth have one root. The last of the molar teeth, called third molars or wisdom teeth, develop in the bones of the upper and lower jaws and are the last teeth to form and erupt into the mouth (figure 1). There are usually four wisdom teeth, one on the upper and lower on each side of the mouth. They are the teeth farthest back in the mouth and they may also be the most difficult to clean even if they erupt into the proper position.
Dental Bonding

Root Canal Treatment
Isolated injuries to teeth are quite common and may require the expertise of more than one dental specialist. Oral surgeons are usually involved in treating fractures in the supporting bone or in replanting teeth which have been displaced or “knocked out”. These types of injuries are treated by stabilizing by wiring or bonding teeth together. If a tooth is “knocked out,” it should be placed in salt water or milk. The sooner the tooth is re-inserted into the dental socket, the greater the possibility for the survival of the tooth. The patient should see a dentist or oral surgeon as soon as possible and never attempt to “wipe the tooth off” because the remnants of the ligament which hold the tooth in the jaw are attached and are vital to the success of replanting the tooth. Other dental specialists may be called upon, such as endodontists, who perform root canal therapy, and restorative dentists, who may need to repair or rebuild fractured teeth. If the injured teeth cannot be saved or repaired, dental implants are often the course of treatment as replacements for missing teeth.

Dentures
Overall, cancer involving the head and neck region represents only about 5% of all malignancies reported each year. According to the American Cancer Society, the he most common risk factor is the chronic use of tobacco and alcohol. Other factors include poor oral hygiene, irritation caused by ill fitting dentures and rough surfaces on teeth, poor nutrition or any combination of the above. Studies have shown that the death rate from oral cancer is about four times greater for cigarette smokers than that for nonsmokers. Those at an especially high risk of contracting oral cancer are males over the age of forty who participate in a combination of heavy drinking and smoking or use smokeless tobacco. The early detection and prompt treatment of any pathology may be the key to a complete recovery.

Dental Implants
Dr. Laggan’s training and experience in the Navy allows him the ability to provide a wide range of services to his patients. His clinical interests include complex oral reconstruction, dental implant surgery, treatment of facial deformities, and dentoalveolar surgery. In tandem with private practice, he is also on staff with the Cleft-Craniofacial Surgical Team at Sacred Heart Hospital.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral Surgery
What should a patient look for in an oral surgery office for assurance that the staff are taking proper precautions to prevent cross-infection?
Jaw Surgery
Multiple surgeries involving the lip, roof of the mouth and jaw restricts growth of the upper jaw, which can create a deficiency in the midface. Orthognathic Surgery to advance the upper jaw is completed in the teenage years to correct the bite. Additional surgical revisions may be required on the lip and nose to complete cosmetics and function.
Maxillofacial Surgery
Welcome to Northwest Florida Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Our office is designed with patient comfort in mind and our facility allows us to put patient safety first. Our staff is a well-rounded group of empowered, knowledgeable and caring professionals who are dedicated to delivering the highest degree of clinical care and service. Each member of our staff has been chosen for their ability to provide outstanding service in their particular position. Surgical staff members have all undergone extensive specialized training in oral and maxillofacial surgery and anesthesia. Administrative staff members have expertise, education, and up-to-date knowledge of insurance policies and financial options.
Tooth Extractions

Orthodontics
Orthognathic surgery usually first involves a period of nine to fourteen months of orthodontic treatment, meaning braces. The orthodontist plays a big part in the success of treatment. Orthodontic appliances are not removed prior to surgery and serve as an aid to the surgeon during the surgical procedure. There is usually a post-surgical period of orthodontics that varies from one patient to the next. Orthognathic surgery is a hospital based operation. The patient is admitted on the day of surgery and can expect to be discharged the day after the surgery is performed. The surgical procedures today are usually performed completely within the mouth. At one time, the patient’s teeth were wired shut for seven weeks. Today, the patient can usually resume jaw movement such as speaking, yawning and coughing almost immediately. The limitation of jaw function asked of nearly all patients is to soften their diet for four to six weeks following surgery to allow for a period of bony healing.
Braces
The orthodontist may request that wisdom teeth be removed prior to braces because they may interfere with straightening the other teeth. Finally, an impacted wisdom tooth in the lower jaw occupies space that is usually filled by bone. This creates an inherent area of weakness in the lower jaw which may make it more susceptible to fractures (broken jaw).

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